Wow Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wow Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Prescott, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $182,752 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$182,752
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $113,246 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $71,798 | 11 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $113,246 | 20 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $182,752 | 20 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Wow Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Wow Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $87,790 |
| Arizona | 4 | $60,575 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,171 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,016 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Point USA | General operating support | $50,000 |
| McCallum Theater Foundation | General operating support | $28,400 |
| Mamas House | General operating support | $20,000 |
| San Diego Automotive Museum | Education | $11,750 |
| Church at the Red Door | General operating support | $10,220 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Restored Hope Ministries | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Old Town Artisian Art Studio | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Ascend Ministries Clinical Services | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Restoration Church | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Kingdom Culture - Christian Fellows | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Compassion International | General operating support | $3,171 |
| Childfund International | General operating support | $2,016 |
| Muttville | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Individual | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Individual | General operating support | $1,200 |
| Chaper Y PEO Philanthropic Educatio | general operating support | $1,000 |
| Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary | General operating support | $575 |
| Individual | General operating support | $420 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Margarites
- Gail Margarites
- Bret Fuller
- Ian Fuller
Questions people ask
Does Wow Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wow Charitable Foundation give?
$182,752 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Wow Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Margarites (President), Gail Margarites (Vice President), Bret Fuller (Secretary) and Ian Fuller (Director).
What does Wow Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.