Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan
Preselected recipients only
Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan is a private foundation in Littleton, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.0 million in 71 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$7.0 million
- Number of grants71
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.0 million the year before.
47% of its 2024 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 | $2.9 million | 28 | $10.4 million |
| 2023 | $4.0 million | 69 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 71 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan 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 Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 25 | $4.4 million |
| Hawaii | 1 | $625,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $500,000 |
| Montana | 17 | $418,500 |
| Colorado | 9 | $365,175 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $300,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $135,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $80,000 |
| California | 3 | $79,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Watershed Association | General | $1.5 million |
| One Village Project | Hawaii land purchase | $625,000 |
| Seton Hays Foundation | Ascension hospital kyle | $500,000 |
| Earth Mission Asia | Jsm | $400,000 |
| Katherine Ann Porter School | General | $400,000 |
| The Watershed Association | General | $389,259 |
| The Watershed Association | Endowment rr 12 properties | $300,000 |
| The Watershed Association | General | $300,000 |
| The Watershed Association | General | $275,000 |
| Southeastern Pennsylvania Symphony Orchestra | Sam swansen violin section | $250,000 |
| National Jewish Health | Dr griffith projects | $200,000 |
| Texas Regional Paralympic Sport | General | $130,000 |
| Earth Mission Asia | Jungle school of medicine | $100,000 |
| Enhanced Living Inc | General | $100,000 |
| Yellowstone River Parks Association | General | $85,000 |
| Amigos de Jesus St Mary Catholic Church | General | $80,000 |
| Yellowstone River Parks Association | General | $80,000 |
| Arcs Colorado Chapter | General | $75,000 |
| Amigos de Jesus St Mary Catholic Church | General | $60,000 |
| Antioch Community Church | Women's mercy center | $50,000 |
| Cypress Creek Church | Oaks project | $50,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | General | $50,000 |
| Southeastern Pennsylvania Symphony Orchestra | General | $50,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Hamer chagas research | $50,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Hamer chagas research | $50,000 |
| Treatment Advocacy Center | Training programs, tx & nm | $50,000 |
| University of Delaware | Barwick fund | $50,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | Mukundi - jim ross | $45,000 |
| Mama Dragons | General | $40,000 |
| Mama Dragons | General | $40,000 |
| Direct Aid International | General | $35,000 |
| Dr David W Baker Foundation | General | $32,000 |
| Billings Community Foundation | Wyola projects | $30,000 |
| Casa of Central Texas | General | $30,000 |
| Center Pole Foundation | General | $30,000 |
| Cypress Creek Church | Columbia mission | $30,000 |
| Cypress Creek Church | General | $30,000 |
| National Museum of Forest Service History | Friends of upper rock creek | $30,000 |
| Paws Shelter of Central Texas | General | $30,000 |
| The Foundaton for Montana History | Charles e morris project | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Boyd Ryan Willett Jr
- Louise Willett Curtis
- Boyd Willett Curtis
Questions people ask
Does Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan give?
$7.0 million in tax year 2024, across 71 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan?
Its 2024 filing lists Boyd Ryan Willett Jr (President), Louise Willett Curtis (Secretary/Treasurer) and Boyd Willett Curtis (Vice President).
What does Harry L Willett Foundation C O Boyd Ryan fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and health.