The Sifford & Wilson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sifford & Wilson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,172 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $6,793. 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$27,172
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$6,793
- Assets$720,380
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,928 the year before.
62% 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 | $5,726 | 8 | $675,864 |
| 2024 | $21,928 | 11 | $707,329 |
| 2025 | $27,172 | 13 | $720,380 |
How to apply
The Sifford & Wilson Family 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 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $11,793 |
| Delaware | 6 | $7,986 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,293 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,300 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Food Bank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,793 |
| Glow Forward Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| The Ace Project | General & Unrestricted | $3,293 |
| First United Pentecostal Church | Heart for the House | $2,000 |
| Calvary Assembly of God | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Pride and Strive Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Women Behind the Community Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Friends of Casa Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,393 |
| Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Childr | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| National Marrow Donor Program | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| St Jude Hospital | General & Unrestricted | $1,300 |
| Fostering Wishes Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Camden-Wyoming Fire Company Inc | General & Unrestricted | $793 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Sharon M Sifford-Wilson
- Jessica L Wilson
- Calvin T Wilson II
- Calvin T Wilson III
Questions people ask
Does The Sifford & Wilson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sifford & Wilson Family Foundation give?
$27,172 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Sifford & Wilson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Sharon M Sifford-Wilson (Dir, Pres), Jessica L Wilson (Treas, Dir), Calvin T Wilson II (VP, Dir) and Calvin T Wilson III (Sec, Dir).