Wingate Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wingate Foundation is a private foundation in Riverside, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $776,493 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $14,646 and the largest $250,000. 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$776,493
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$14,646
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $204,215 the year before.
50% 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 | $355,015 | 10 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $204,215 | 13 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $776,493 | 14 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
Wingate 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 Wingate Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $766,493 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iecf | Support | $250,000 |
| Maloof Foundation | Support | $200,000 |
| Craft in America | Support | $194,000 |
| Riverside Art Museum | Support | $33,600 |
| Inlandia | Support | $25,000 |
| Plan-It Life Inc | Support | $20,000 |
| San Francisco Ballet | Support | $18,293 |
| The Sea Ranch Thespians | Support | $11,000 |
| Art Alliance Austin | Support | $10,000 |
| Feeding America RSBC | Support | $5,000 |
| Riverside Arts Council | Support | $5,000 |
| Human Migration Institute | Support | $3,000 |
| Project Santa | Support | $1,000 |
| Gualala Arts Center | Support | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael K Beam
- Todd B Wingate
- Jimmy C Manning
Questions people ask
Does Wingate Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wingate Foundation give?
$776,493 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $14,646.
Who runs Wingate Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael K Beam (Ceo), Todd B Wingate (Secretary) and Jimmy C Manning (Cfo).
What does Wingate Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.