The Wyker Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Wyker Family Foundation is a private foundation in Decatur, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,015 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,015
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$416,777
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,330 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,380 | 8 | $336,195 |
| 2024 | $14,330 | 11 | $389,699 |
| 2025 | $18,015 | 12 | $416,777 |
How to apply
| Contact | JW Wyker III 1813 Brookmeade Road SE, Decatur, AL 35601 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (256) 898-6795 |
| What to submit | No particular form required |
| Restrictions | Recipient must be Section 501 c3 organization |
What The Wyker Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 9 | $13,285 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $480 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cook Museum | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Rotary Foundation | Charitable | $3,250 |
| NCC | Charitable | $2,800 |
| Hur House | Charitable | $2,285 |
| Nations of Coaches | Chartable | $1,000 |
| Decatur Heritage Christian | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ruf | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Young Life Decatur Morgan | Charitable | $1,000 |
| 1ST Priority | Charitable | $600 |
| Decatur Orchestra | Charitable | $500 |
| African Renewal Ministries | Charitable | $480 |
| Rotary Dist 5840 Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- JW Wyker
Questions people ask
Does The Wyker Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Wyker Family Foundation give?
$18,015 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Wyker Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists JW Wyker (Trustee).
What does The Wyker Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.