The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $330,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$330,000
- Assets$36.6 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $685,870 the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 | $685,870 | 16 | $29.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 13 | $36.6 million |
How to apply
The Brent and Kathryn Wood 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 The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 9 | $954,000 |
| Hawaii | 3 | $52,530 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints | church fund, general humanitarian aid fund, and BYU-Pathway Worldwide | $330,000 |
| Friends of the Coalition | operations and mortgage fund | $275,000 |
| Utah Valley University Foundation Inc | students in the Passages program for those on the autism spectrum, scholarship fund for Autism Studies Major/Minor and certificate degrees, the Center for Constitutional Studies for use in the Federalism project, and the Wolverines Elevated program | $110,000 |
| Friends of Switchpoint Inc | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Scenicview Academy Inc | scholarship fund, work internship program, and building capital repairs fund | $100,000 |
| Brigham Young University-Hawaii | BYU-H Hospitality program and BYU-H iWork program | $45,000 |
| Eagles Wings Coordinated Care | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Utah Metropolitan Ballet | performance(s) fund for families affected by autism | $18,000 |
| Brigham Young University | the Rheumatic Relief Student Aid Fund | $10,000 |
| Utah Regional Housing Corporation | Bonneville hotel project | $10,000 |
| Climbhi Inc | Kahuku High School students fund | $5,530 |
| Yes Education | Christmas activity fund | $2,000 |
| Academy for Creating Enterprise | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kasondra W Hurst
- Tiffany W Merrill
- Bryan S Wood
- Christopher J Wood
Questions people ask
Does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kasondra W Hurst (Trustee), Tiffany W Merrill (Trustee), Bryan S Wood (Trustee) and Christopher J Wood (Trustee).
What does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, disability and human services.