Wend II Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wend II Inc is a private foundation in Bentonville, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $174,713 and the largest $724,972. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$174,713
- Largest grant$724,972
- Assets$154 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $56.6 million the year before.
40% 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 | $32.7 million | 156 | $148 million |
| 2024 | $56.6 million | 155 | $149 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 5 | $154 million |
How to apply
Wend II Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $724,972 |
| Arizona | 1 | $176,807 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $174,713 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $23,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amalgamated Foundation | General Operating Support for Landing Justice Fund | $724,972 |
| NEO Philanthropy | General Operating Support for Arizona Racial Justice Initiative | $176,807 |
| Zephyr Impact | General Operating Support for Thriving Youth Initiative | $174,713 |
| Rios to Rivers | To support general operations | $100,000 |
| Capital for Good | General Operating Support for Salama | $23,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Luke Mitchell
- James M Walton
Questions people ask
Does Wend II Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wend II Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $174,713.
Who runs Wend II Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Luke Mitchell (Treasurer, Secretary) and James M Walton (Director, President).