Wakefield Family Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wakefield Family Fund Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,060 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $11,500. 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$80,060
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$11,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $62,810 the year before.
44% 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 | $50,250 | 24 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $62,810 | 22 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $80,060 | 16 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Wakefield Family Fund Inc 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 Wakefield Family Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 16 | $80,060 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Delaware | General operating | $11,500 |
| Christ Church Christiana Hundred | General operating | $10,000 |
| Christiana Care Health System | General operating | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operating | $10,000 |
| UNICEF | General operating | $10,000 |
| Whyy | General operating | $10,000 |
| Millbrook School | General operating | $5,000 |
| Annapolis Maritime Museum | General operating | $3,500 |
| Eyc Foundation | General operating | $3,500 |
| University of Montana | General operating | $2,000 |
| Annapolis Summer Grade Theater | General operating | $1,000 |
| Bernie's House | General operating | $1,000 |
| Delaware Botanical Gardens | General operating | $1,000 |
| Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts | General operating | $1,000 |
| Paws for People | General operating | $500 |
| Kennett Pike Association | General operating | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn B Wakefield
- Ledee L Wakefield
- Ellen B Wakefield
- David D Wakefield Jr
Questions people ask
Does Wakefield Family Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wakefield Family Fund Inc give?
$80,060 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Wakefield Family Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn B Wakefield (Secretary/Treasurer), Ledee L Wakefield (Vice President), Ellen B Wakefield (Vice President) and David D Wakefield Jr (Vice President).
What does Wakefield Family Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.