Wanda J Herndon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wanda J Herndon Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $9,100 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $4,500. 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$9,100
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$201,720
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10,500 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $10,500 | 11 | $198,311 |
| 2024 | $9,100 | 9 | $201,720 |
How to apply
Wanda J Herndon 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 Wanda J Herndon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8 | $9,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The 5th Avenue Theatre Association | General assistance | $4,500 |
| Legacy Foundation Inc | General assistance | $2,500 |
| Northwest African American Museum | General assistance | $500 |
| YWCA of King County | General assistance | $500 |
| College Success Foundation | General assistance | $250 |
| Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation | General assistance | $250 |
| Legacy Foundation Inc | Renton innovation zone | $250 |
| O'Dea High School Foundation | The chandler walker gayton scholarship | $250 |
| Friendship Missionary Baptist Church | General assistance | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Wanda J Herndon
- Mary J Williams
- Dr Avon Lorraine Burns
- Mary Broadway
Questions people ask
Does Wanda J Herndon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wanda J Herndon Foundation give?
$9,100 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Wanda J Herndon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wanda J Herndon (Director, President), Mary J Williams (Sec/Vp/Director), Dr Avon Lorraine Burns (Director) and Mary Broadway (Director).
What does Wanda J Herndon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.