Wilson Conservation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Wilson Conservation Trust is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,526 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$46,526
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
85% 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 | $50,000 | 7 | $102,090 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 6 | $49,680 |
| 2025 | $46,526 | 28 | $0 |
How to apply
Wilson Conservation Trust 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 Wilson Conservation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $11,000 |
| Florida | 9 | $8,026 |
| Colorado | 2 | $6,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $2,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Finch Research Network | General Support | $5,000 |
| Grand Canyon Trust | General Support | $5,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy Inc | General Support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Panthera Corp | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Phillippi Crest Club Inc | Donation | $1,500 |
| Vermont Center for Ecostudies | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| American Birding Association | Donation | $1,000 |
| Schlitz Audobon Nature Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Tin Mountain Conservation Ctr | Donation | $1,000 |
| Loon Preservation Committee | Donation | $1,000 |
| Adirondack Ctr for Loon Preservatio | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Rio Grande Nature Ct | Donation | $1,000 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Charles River Watershed Assn | Donation | $1,000 |
| National Loon Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Elberta Labor Heritage Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Friends of MVY Radio | Donation | $1,000 |
| Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Florida Ornithlogical Society | Donation | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $500 |
| Sarasota Audubon Society | Donation | $26 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart R Wilson
Questions people ask
Does Wilson Conservation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilson Conservation Trust give?
$46,526 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Wilson Conservation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart R Wilson (Trustee & Dir.).
What does Wilson Conservation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.