Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 43 grants; the typical grant was $35,335 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$3.8 million
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$35,335
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$101 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.1 million the year before.
24% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4.7 million | 37 | $75.8 million |
| 2023 | $6.1 million | 37 | $88.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 43 | $101 million |
How to apply
Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner 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 Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 3 | $2.0 million |
| South Carolina | 29 | $1.3 million |
| Florida | 5 | $370,333 |
| Kansas | 1 | $60,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trevecca Nazarene University | To further the mission of the organization. | $2.0 million |
| Habitat for Humanity - Greenville County | To further the mission of the organization. | $180,333 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Collier County | To further the mission of the organization. | $175,000 |
| First Church of the Nazarene - Greenville | To further the mission of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Naples First Church of the Nazarene | To further the mission of the organization. | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Kroc Center | To further the mission of the organization. | $65,333 |
| Harvest Hope Food Bank | To further the mission of the organization. | $62,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Collier County | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Greenville County | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| A Child's Haven | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Nazarene Compassionate Ministries | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Greenville Humane Society | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Greenville Literacy Association | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Loaves & Fishes | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Meyer Center | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Open Arms Hospice | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Project Host | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Safe Harbor | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| The Children's Museum | To further the mission of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Metropolitan Arts Council | To further the mission of the organization. | $39,000 |
| Greenville Zoo | To further the mission of the organization. | $35,335 |
| Trees Upstate | To further the mission of the organization. | $35,000 |
| Cancer Survivors Park | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Dig Deep Water | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Gateway House Inc | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Mill Community Ministries | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Piedmont Women's Center | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| St Matthew's House | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Miracle Hill Ministries | To further the mission of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Chapin Varsity Cheer | To further the mission of the organization. | $22,000 |
| Mill Village Ministries | To further the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Greenville First Church | To further the mission of the organization. | $5,333 |
| American Red Cross | To further the mission of the organization. | $5,333 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | To further the mission of the organization. | $5,333 |
| Chapin High School | To further the mission of the organization. | $4,000 |
| Greenville Free Medical Clinic | To further the mission of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Girl Scout Group 1711 | To further the mission of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Greenville Literacy Association | To further the mission of the organization. | $2,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To further the mission of the organization. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald F Waggoner
- Reid A Wesley
Questions people ask
Does Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $35,335.
Who runs Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald F Waggoner (Trustee) and Reid A Wesley (Execdir/Trustee).
What does Don Waggoner & Zelma Waggoner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.