Wheeler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wheeler Family Foundation is a private foundation in El Segundo, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $377,600 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$377,600
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $307,500 the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $428,500 | 21 | $5.1 million |
| 2023 | $307,500 | 23 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $377,600 | 21 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Wheeler 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.
What Wheeler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $275,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $21,100 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $11,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kidworks Community Development Corporation | To help provide academic enrichment programs. | $150,000 |
| The World Bible Society | To support transitional home programs. | $50,000 |
| Childhelp Inc | To help the victims of child abuse. | $21,100 |
| Capable Kids Foundation Inc | To help enrich the lives of families with special needs. | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To support coaches and athletes enter into a growing relationship with jesus christ and his church. | $15,000 |
| Focus on the Family | To support family entertainment center and family activities. | $15,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | To support building cost-efficient wheelchairs for people with a disability. | $15,000 |
| Multiplication Network Ministries | To provide churches with the tools and resources to strengthen and multiply healthy churches. | $15,000 |
| The Prayer Covenant | To help make disciples among the children and youth of the nations. | $11,000 |
| Mariners Church Irvine | To sponser church related programs. | $10,000 |
| Mariners Church Outreach | To sponser church related programs. | $10,000 |
| Homeword | To help families build strong marriages, confident parents, and empowered kids. | $7,500 |
| America on Track | To support leadership development, mentoring, academic achievement, fitness & nutrition, and tobacco/drug use prevention. | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County | To help create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships. | $5,000 |
| Choc Foundation | To help provide healthcare to children. | $5,000 |
| Ed Tandy McGlasson Ministries | To support men in embracing their identity as beloved sons of our heavenly father. | $5,000 |
| Land of the Free Foundation | To support men and women of the us armed forces. | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | To help provide food for people facing hunger. | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | Support for wounded veterans, service members, and their families. | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Oc | To help prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes. | $1,500 |
| Chino Valley YMCA | To support the spiritual, mental, physical and social life for families and chino valley community. | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Wheeler
- Mable Wheeler
- Chasen Wheeler
Questions people ask
Does Wheeler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wheeler Family Foundation give?
$377,600 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Wheeler Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Wheeler (President and Voting Director), Mable Wheeler (Secretary and Voting Director) and Chasen Wheeler (Coo, Cfo, and Voting Director).
What does Wheeler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.