Windy Bay Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Windy Bay Foundation is a private foundation in St Helena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $175,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $14,500 and the largest $62,500. 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$175,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$14,500
- Largest grant$62,500
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
88% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $139,373 | 33 | $4.7 million |
| 2023 | $355,500 | 69 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 10 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $175,500 | 8 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Windy Bay 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 Windy Bay Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $138,500 |
| New York | 2 | $29,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Episcopal Church | General purpose | $62,500 |
| Napa Valley Community Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Berklee | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Napa Communities Firewise Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Americans United for Separation of Church and State | General purpose | $4,000 |
| League of Women Voters of California | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ann McGuire
- James A Gamble
- Stepahnie W Gamble
Questions people ask
Does Windy Bay Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Windy Bay Foundation give?
$175,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $14,500.
Who runs Windy Bay Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Ann McGuire (President), James A Gamble (Cfo) and Stepahnie W Gamble (Secretary).
What does Windy Bay Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.