Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Orlando, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $915,940 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$915,940
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$32.5 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $891,440 the year before.
54% 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 | $1.1 million | 13 | $29.0 million |
| 2024 | $891,440 | 15 | $30.5 million |
| 2025 | $915,940 | 24 | $32.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Leonard E Williams Jr 1603 East Marks Street, Orlando, FL 32803 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (407) 896-6911, waynedenschcharity@att.net |
| What to submit | Submissions should include organizational & board profiles, financial statements, & detail of program request. |
| Restrictions | Program requests must assist disadvantaged persons. |
What Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 23 | $910,940 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Central Florida Found | General operating expense | $250,000 |
| Central Florida YMCA | General operating expense | $200,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Central FL Council | Sponsorship eagle dinner/ general operating expense | $89,000 |
| United Arts Collaborative Campaign (Chance 2 Dance) | General operating expense | $55,000 |
| 100 Black Men of Orlando | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| Support Our Scholars | General operating expense | $50,000 |
| Foundation for Seminole State Colle | Gala beverages/ staff & programming | $47,000 |
| Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden | Free admissions/ distance learning | $43,940 |
| Orlando Union Rescue Mission | General operating expense | $20,000 |
| Bethune-Cookman University | General operating expense | $15,000 |
| Foundation for Seminole Co Public Schools | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Helpful Hands Inc | General operating expense | $15,000 |
| Alzheimer's Assn - CNFL | General operating expense | $11,000 |
| Russell Home for Atypical Children | General operating expense | $10,000 |
| Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center | Golf tournament sponsorship | $7,500 |
| Crossroads Corral Inc | General operating expense | $6,000 |
| Majorie Williams Academy | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| Orlando Shakes | Gala sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Orlando Shakespeare Theater Inc | Gala sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Seminole Co Firefighters Benevolent Assn | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| St Johns River Festival of the Arts | General operating expense | $5,000 |
| Kids House of Seminole | Gala - beverage sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Strengthen Orlando Inc | General operating expense | $2,500 |
| Bahia Shrine Project | General operating expense | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard E Williams Jr
- John A Williams
- Michael Williams
Questions people ask
Does Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust give?
$915,940 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Leonard E Williams Jr (Trustee), John A Williams (Trustee) and Michael Williams (Trustee).
What does Wayne M Densch Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.