Wave Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wave Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $81,853 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$81,853
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$635,770
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $90,820 the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $90,820 | 13 | $800,269 |
| 2024 | $81,853 | 13 | $635,770 |
How to apply
Wave 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 Wave Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 5 | $18,136 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $8,717 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camps Newfound and Owatonna | General | $20,000 |
| Brearley School | General | $20,000 |
| First Christian Church | General | $10,000 |
| Spark the Change Co | General | $7,717 |
| Santa Barbara Maritime Museum | General | $6,087 |
| Community Arts Music Santa Barbara | General | $6,000 |
| Santa Barbara Youth Sailing | General | $3,000 |
| Womens Fund of Santa Barbara | General | $2,750 |
| Christian Heritage | General | $2,500 |
| Release | General | $1,500 |
| Project 127 | General | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $1,000 |
| Westmont College | General | $299 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine Smith
- Blake Wassenaar
Questions people ask
Does Wave Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wave Foundation give?
$81,853 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Wave Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christine Smith (President) and Blake Wassenaar (Director).
What does Wave Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.