William Stanley Foundation
Accepts applications
William Stanley Foundation is a private foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,688 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,012. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$33,688
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,012
- Assets$689,975
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,260 the year before.
93% 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 | $36,078 | 21 | $648,596 |
| 2024 | $38,260 | 22 | $656,656 |
| 2025 | $33,688 | 20 | $689,975 |
How to apply
| Contact | William Stanley 1210 E Monroe, Colorado Spring, CO 80907 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (719) 593-9161, wfoundation02@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Application for individuals and entrepreneurs |
| Restrictions | Board approval |
What William Stanley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 19 | $31,408 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Womens Community Leader | Educational | $2,012 |
| Space Academy | Educational | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Uccs Pre-Collegiate | Educational | $2,000 |
| Civico | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Nat Hispanic Honor Soc | Educational | $2,000 |
| I-Thirst International | Entrepreneur | $2,000 |
| Uccs Farm | Educational | $2,000 |
| Educating Children of C | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Integrated Self Defense | Educational | $2,000 |
| Nat Space Science Tech | Educational | $2,000 |
| Staging Her | Educational | $1,814 |
| Individual | Class sponsor | $1,750 |
| Individual | Class sponsor | $1,500 |
| Cosp Hispanic Chamber | Educational | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,250 |
| Rcky Mtn Womens Film | Educational | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| Ihrm | Educational | $850 |
| Individual | Educational | $732 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy Huynh
- William Stanley
- Brett Stanley
- Daniel Shterk
- Shantelle Bridges
Questions people ask
Does William Stanley Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William Stanley Foundation give?
$33,688 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs William Stanley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wendy Huynh (Board Mem), William Stanley (Founder), Brett Stanley (Board Mem) and Daniel Shterk (Board Mem) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does William Stanley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.