The Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$260,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $230,000 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $230,000 | 12 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $230,000 | 14 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $260,000 | 12 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Janice Spencer Calkin 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 Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Zoological Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Sea Research Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Connecticut Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Bartlett Arboretum Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Feral Care Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Greenpeace Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Save the Sound Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Little Britches Therapeutic Riding Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William W Wilson
Questions people ask
Does The Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William W Wilson (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does The Janice Spencer Calkin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and environment and conservation.