Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Destin, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $63,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$63,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,000 the year before.
86% of its 2024 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 | $50,000 | 2 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 7 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Doug and Melanie 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.
What Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 5 | $55,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | School of business | $25,000 |
| Christ Covenant School | Building fund | $20,000 |
| Canopy Children's Services | General support | $6,000 |
| Daystar Counseling Ministries Inc | General support | $6,000 |
| Promise Keepers | General suppor | $2,000 |
| Real Christian Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Christian Valley Missionary Baptist Church | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug Wilson
Questions people ask
Does Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation give?
$63,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Doug Wilson (Director).
What does Doug and Melanie Wilson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.