Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lawndale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $43,000. 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$80,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$43,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $74,500 | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $78,000 | 18 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $80,000 | 19 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation 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.
What Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $66,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Life Community Church | Religous activities | $43,000 |
| The Mission Inc | Children's education & welfare | $10,000 |
| Long Beach Memorial Medical Center Foundation | Medical research | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Medical research | $3,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Religious activities | $2,500 |
| Individual | College scholarships | $2,000 |
| Teen Challenge - S California | Teen counseling | $2,000 |
| Wounded Heroes of America | Military assistance | $1,500 |
| City of Hope | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Fred Jordan Missions | Feeding homeless | $1,000 |
| Joyce Meyer Ministries | Religious activities | $1,000 |
| Little Company of Mary Hospital Foundation | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Assisting terminally ill | $1,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| Smile Train | Children's education & welfare | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | First responders assistance | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Military assistance | $1,000 |
| West Torrance LL | Kids sports org. | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of TX Hill Country | Disaster relief | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norman Wilson
- Justin Bentley
- Karen Bentley
Questions people ask
Does Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc give?
$80,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Norman Wilson (Ceo), Justin Bentley (Secretary) and Karen Bentley (Cfo).
What does Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.