The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Marina del Rey, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $345,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$345,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $250,000 the year before.
5% of its 2024 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 | $250,000 | 22 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $345,000 | 19 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $345,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Scholarships | $45,000 |
| Stanford University | Scholarships | $35,000 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Mt Saint Mary's College | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Art Center College of Design | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| California State University Northri | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Harvey Mudd College | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Loyola University Law School | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Pitzer College | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Pomona College | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Southwestern University School of L | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| University of California Los Angele | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| University of California Santa Barb | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| La County College of Nursing and Al | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Claremont McKenna College | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| USC Gould School of Law | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Woodbury University | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| University of So Ca School of Music | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| University of Ca San Diego Health | Scholarships | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanie C Freckmann
- Barbara Sandler
Questions people ask
Does The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund give?
$345,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanie C Freckmann (Trustee) and Barbara Sandler (Trustee).
What does The Mabel Wilson Richards Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.