Willow Branch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Willow Branch Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $120,000 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $127,500 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 11 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 11 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Willow Branch 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 Willow Branch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $49,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $18,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $9,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $8,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Academy Foundation | Business finance lab | $30,000 |
| Bok Towers Gardens | Viewshed acquisition project | $25,000 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Repair projects in linville falls area | $10,000 |
| Appalachian Trail Conservancy | Trail restoration projects in avery county nc and carter county tn | $9,000 |
| Feeding Avery Families Inc | To finance operations of donee organization | $8,000 |
| Shelburne Farms | To finance operations of donee organization | $8,000 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor | To finance operations of donee organization | $7,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy Florida Chapter | To finance operations of donee organization | $7,000 |
| American Whitewater | To finance operations of donee organization | $6,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | To finance operations of donee organization | $5,000 |
| Seminole Boosters Inc | To finance operations of donee organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Luce
- Donald E Baker
Questions people ask
Does Willow Branch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Willow Branch Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Willow Branch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Luce (Trustee) and Donald E Baker (Trustee).
What does Willow Branch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.