The WKS Foundation
Accepts applications
The WKS Foundation is a private foundation in Cypress, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,190 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,900 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$55,190
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,900
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$5,435
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $69,838 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $70,442 | 19 | $1,536 |
| 2024 | $69,838 | 23 | $1,536 |
| 2025 | $55,190 | 16 | $5,435 |
How to apply
| Contact | Roland Spongberg 5856 Corporate Ave Ste 200, Cypress, CA 90630 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (562) 425-1402 |
What The WKS Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $50,090 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carter Cancer Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| The Greater Harvest Church | Donation | $5,900 |
| Temple Baptist Church | Donation | $5,000 |
| Carla Goodman | Donation | $5,000 |
| Elaine Del Bello | Donation | $5,000 |
| Norma Taylor | Donation | $5,000 |
| Paula Kinzie | Donation | $5,000 |
| Diane Feinour | Donation | $5,000 |
| Long Beach Fire Fighter | Long Beach Fire Fighter's Children Toy Drive | $2,800 |
| Donations for Church Carnival | Donations to multiple Individuals | $2,768 |
| Dale & Suzi Pettit | Church Projects - Clothes | $1,000 |
| Aurelio Cardenas | Denny's cook - Health issues | $1,000 |
| Jose Franco | Church member assistance | $660 |
| Denise Morales | Veronica Morales - Brother died | $500 |
| Fine Line Painting | Church Night in Bethlehem invoice for painting | $462 |
| Litchfield Chamber of Commerce | Denny's Litchfield, AZ Community Project Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Roland Spongberg
- Sandra Spongberg
Questions people ask
Does The WKS Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The WKS Foundation give?
$55,190 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,900.
Who runs The WKS Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roland Spongberg (Trustee) and Sandra Spongberg (Trustee).
What does The WKS Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.