Pond House Woods Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pond House Woods Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$140,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $83,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,000 | 7 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $83,000 | 4 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $140,500 | 6 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Pond House Woods 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $107,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Skokie Valley Orchestral Association | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Celebration Education Fund | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| West Suburban Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Beard
- David Beard
- Jennifer Beard
- John Beard
Questions people ask
Does Pond House Woods Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pond House Woods Foundation give?
$140,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Pond House Woods Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Beard (VP), David Beard (VP), Jennifer Beard (Pres, Dir, Sec) and John Beard (Dir, VP).