Williams Lewellin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Williams Lewellin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jenner, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,125 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $350 and the largest $1,000. 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$4,125
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$350
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$553,766
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,549 the year before.
80% 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 | $41,500 | 5 | $641,376 |
| 2024 | $23,549 | 12 | $796,166 |
| 2025 | $4,125 | 11 | $553,766 |
How to apply
Williams Lewellin 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 Williams Lewellin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $3,025 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Supporting her acting and perf art | $1,000 |
| Individual | Outstanding community service | $500 |
| Individual | Support community volunteer efforts | $500 |
| Jenner Community Center | Community support | $500 |
| Individual | Contributing to community resilience | $400 |
| Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods | Preserve redwoods and open space | $350 |
| Sonoma Co Historical Society | Preserve local history | $300 |
| Individual | Work with ukranian refugees in ca | $200 |
| Individual | Support water research and protectio | $200 |
| Biographers International Organizat | Support the community of biographers | $100 |
| Kqed Radio | Inform, inspire, and involve the com | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Ryan
- Carol Sklenicka
Questions people ask
Does Williams Lewellin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Williams Lewellin Family Foundation give?
$4,125 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $350.
Who runs Williams Lewellin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Ryan (Trustee) and Carol Sklenicka (Trustee).
What does Williams Lewellin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.