Willett Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Willett Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$22,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$381,363
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $23,500 | 4 | $332,373 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $361,350 |
| 2025 | $22,000 | 4 | $381,363 |
How to apply
Willett 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.
What Willett Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 4 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrew Catholic Church | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| St Andrew Catholic Church | St Vincent de Paul Emergency Services Fund | $5,000 |
| Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Andrew Catholic Church | To support Immigrants | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine R Willett
- Christopher P Willett
- Claire E Willett
- Colin M Willett
- Deborah Willett
- Kenneth G Willett
Questions people ask
Does Willett Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Willett Family Foundation give?
$22,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Willett Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine R Willett (VP), Christopher P Willett (VP), Claire E Willett (VP) and Colin M Willett (VP) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Willett Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.