The Wisteria Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wisteria Foundation is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $17,500. 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$68,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$17,500
- Assets$466,679
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $77,600 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $83,700 | 17 | $499,044 |
| 2024 | $77,600 | 16 | $474,988 |
| 2025 | $68,500 | 14 | $466,679 |
How to apply
The Wisteria 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 The Wisteria Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $49,500 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Spirit Lutheran Church | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $17,500 |
| American Red Cross | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $10,000 |
| Boca Helping Hands | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $5,000 |
| The Lords Place | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $5,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $4,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $2,500 |
| Friends of NPB Library | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $2,500 |
| Project Home | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $2,500 |
| S Florida Care Alliance Inc | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $2,500 |
| St Elizabeth Recovery | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $2,500 |
| Busch Wildlife Sanctuary | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $1,500 |
| Literary Coalition or PB County | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $1,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | To fund the recipient's operating budget | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn J Engle
Questions people ask
Does The Wisteria Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wisteria Foundation give?
$68,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Wisteria Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn J Engle (Trustee).
What does The Wisteria Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.