Helen and Will Webster Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen and Will Webster Foundation is a private foundation in Arcadia, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $16.6 million in 54 grants; the typical grant was $82,500 and the largest $3.9 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$16.6 million
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$82,500
- Largest grant$3.9 million
- Assets$252 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13.3 million the year before.
26% of its 2024 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 | $13.3 million | 52 | $241 million |
| 2024 | $16.6 million | 54 | $252 million |
How to apply
Helen and Will Webster 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 Helen and Will Webster Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 47 | $11.4 million |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $3.9 million |
| Texas | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $102,527 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $40,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma Foundation | Education | $3.9 million |
| Uc Santa Cruz Foundation | Education | $2.2 million |
| Elkhorn Slough Foundation | Wildlife preservation | $1.5 million |
| American Heart Association | Health care | $1.0 million |
| Huntington Memorial Hospital | Medical | $1.0 million |
| Rady Children's Hospital Foundation | Health care | $1.0 million |
| Uc Santa Barbara Foundation | Education | $732,646 |
| Pasadena Conservatory of Music | Conservancyconservatoryconservatory | $575,000 |
| Alliance College-Ready PSF | Education | $500,000 |
| Focusing Philanthropy | Education | $375,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena | Education and health | $305,000 |
| Pasadena Educational Foundation | Education | $300,000 |
| Flintridge Preparatory School | Education | $250,000 |
| Pasadena Playhouse | Education | $250,000 |
| Stars Illuminateeducateadvo | Education | $225,000 |
| Azusa Pacific University | Education | $200,000 |
| Land Trust of Santa Cruz County | Education | $200,000 |
| Public Works Group | Education | $200,000 |
| Access Books | Education | $158,800 |
| Mother Jones | Journalism | $140,000 |
| Pinehurst Biomedical Foundation | Medical research | $140,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Education | $125,000 |
| College Access Plan | Education | $102,500 |
| Dientes Comty Dental Clinic | Provides basic dental care and education to low inco | $100,000 |
| Gilder Lehrman Inst of American | Hamilton education program | $100,000 |
| Healthy Smiles for Kids of Oc | Health | $100,000 |
| Pasadena Education Network | Education | $100,000 |
| Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy | Wildlife preservation | $65,000 |
| Pasadena Symphony and Pops | Arts | $60,000 |
| Le Bonheur Foundation | Children's hospital | $50,000 |
| Life Lab Science Program | Education | $50,000 |
| Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History | Art & culture | $50,000 |
| Corp of the Fine Arts Museum | Art & culture | $50,000 |
| La Metropolitan Debate Commission | Education | $50,000 |
| A Noise Within | The arts and education | $43,710 |
| Climate Central | Climate | $40,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Santa Cruz Co | Education and health | $35,000 |
| Coastal Watershed Council | Education | $35,000 |
| Interactions for Peace | Education | $30,000 |
| Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History | Art & culture | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard B Webster
- Alec J Webster
- Theodore M Joyce
Questions people ask
Does Helen and Will Webster Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen and Will Webster Foundation give?
$16.6 million in tax year 2024, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $82,500.
Who runs Helen and Will Webster Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard B Webster (Secretary and Treasurer), Alec J Webster (President) and Theodore M Joyce (Board Member).
What does Helen and Will Webster Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.