Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation
Accepts applications
Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation is a private foundation in Woodland Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,300 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$260,300
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,500
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $164,250 the year before.
55% of its 2024 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 | $164,250 | 16 | $0 |
| 2024 | $260,300 | 22 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation 21031 Ventura Blvd Ste 600, Woodland Hills, CA 91364 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (818) 713-8100 |
| What to submit | On letterhead of organization requesting funds. |
| Deadlines | No deadline |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $222,300 |
| New York | 1 | $18,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Hills Rotary Foundation | Educational | $40,500 |
| Alliance for Children's Rights | Protecting the rights of impoverished, neglected, and abused children and youth | $30,000 |
| Ovarian Cancer Circle | Educational | $25,000 |
| The Heart Foundation | Medical research | $24,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Medical research | $18,000 |
| City of Hope | Medical research | $15,000 |
| Stillpoint Family Services | Educational | $12,300 |
| Guide Dogs of America | Educational | $10,000 |
| Search Dog Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shriners Children's | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hope the Mission | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospit | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Mini Therapy Horses | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $7,500 |
| The Salvation Army | Educational | $6,000 |
| Optimist Youth Homes and Services | Educational | $5,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Founda | Charirtable | $2,500 |
| Rotary International Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| Rotary Club of Woodland Hills | Educational | $500 |
| DAFGIVING360 Schwab Charitable | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerold M Ward
- Joanne G Ward
- Alla Ratynets
- Vicki F Magasinn
Questions people ask
Does Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadline.
How much does Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation give?
$260,300 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerold M Ward (President), Joanne G Ward (Ceo), Alla Ratynets (Treasurer) and Vicki F Magasinn (Secretary).
What does Leo and Sydelle Ward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.