The F1 Key Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The F1 Key Foundation is a private foundation in Oceanside, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$26,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$666,762
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $36,000 | 12 | $572,745 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 11 | $625,522 |
| 2025 | $26,500 | 11 | $666,762 |
How to apply
The F1 Key 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 The F1 Key Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 2 | $10,000 |
| California | 6 | $8,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Advocates for the West | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Western Watersheds Project | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Anza-Borrego Foundation | Program Support | $3,000 |
| Individual | Program Support | $2,000 |
| Polar Bear International | Program Support | $2,000 |
| California State Parks Foundation | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Camp Pendleton Armed Forces YMCA | Program Support | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federaion of Ame | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Western Museum of Flight | Program Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- JoAnna Wendel
- Dale R Wendel
- Donna M Wendel
- Christopher D Wendel
- Beth Wendel Ferguson
- Randall H Ferguson IV
Questions people ask
Does The F1 Key Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The F1 Key Foundation give?
$26,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The F1 Key Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists JoAnna Wendel (Pres/Director), Dale R Wendel (Sec/Treas/Dir), Donna M Wendel (Director) and Christopher D Wendel (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The F1 Key Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.