The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$62,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $76,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $76,000 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $62,000 | 4 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust 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 Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $14,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $14,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Ca State University Northridge | Charitable contribution | $14,000 |
| Howard University | Charitable contribution | $14,000 |
| Rutgers University | Charitable contribution | $14,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter Mandell
- Alan Reback
Questions people ask
Does The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust give?
$62,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter Mandell (Trustee) and Alan Reback (Trustee).
What does The Flip Wilson Scholarship Fund Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.