Wakerly Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wakerly Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $363,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$363,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $311,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $282,000 | 16 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $311,000 | 16 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $363,000 | 19 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Wakerly Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wakerly Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $160,000 |
| Wisconsin | 9 | $143,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brother Rice High School | Scholarships | $40,000 |
| ABCD Inc | Breast cancer patient support | $35,000 |
| Marquette University | Scholarships | $33,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Food for needy | $25,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | School construction | $25,000 |
| People's Resource Center | Food pantry and other pgms | $25,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Scholarships | $23,000 |
| Ozaukee Family Services | Mental health Svcs | $20,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Equipment updates for elderly | $20,000 |
| Bartow Family Resources | Parenting Pgm | $20,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Social programs | $15,000 |
| Neighborhood House of Milwaukee | Student learning program | $15,000 |
| Humanitarian Service Project | Social programs | $15,000 |
| PEARLS for Teen Girls | Health programs for children | $15,000 |
| Providence St Mel School | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Literacy Services of Wisconsin | Adult literacy programs | $10,000 |
| Family Sharing Ozaukee County | Food pantry program | $5,000 |
| All-In Milwaukee | College completion aid | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood House of Milwaukee | Student learning program | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John F Wakerly
- Regina M Rich
- Ralph T Wakerly
- Michael J Wakerly
- Susanne D Robertson
- Marie Hoy
Questions people ask
Does Wakerly Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wakerly Family Foundation give?
$363,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Wakerly Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John F Wakerly (Pres. Chair), Regina M Rich (Vice Chair Secy.), Ralph T Wakerly (Treasurer) and Michael J Wakerly (Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wakerly Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.