Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Nokomis, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $450,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$450,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $450,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $450,000 | 30 | $12.2 million |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 30 | $13.9 million |
| 2025 | $450,000 | 29 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Susan Wood Executive Director 2283 Harrier Way, Nokomis, FL 34275 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (941) 484-6549, wwfnd@verizon.net |
| What to submit | A short (1-2 page) letter should be written containing official name & purpose of the organization, brief desc. & timetable of projects, total est. Cost of proj. & tentative support sought. Provide copy of tax exempt letter. Provide most recent audit and 990 tax return. |
| Deadlines | Letters with above must be mailed before june. |
| Restrictions | Only U.S. Orgs. With 501(c)3 and 509 (a)(1), or (2) status considered. Not considered are proposals for endowment funds, travel projects, surveys fund raising costs, research, proposals from other private foundations, multiple year, requests for emergency funds to eliminate existing deficits. Requests from national organizations only if for programs on a local level. |
What Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 29 | $450,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Assisted and Supported Living Inc | Community based family support | $30,000 |
| Academy at Glengary Inc | Transportation assistance program | $25,000 |
| Community Coalition on Homelessness Corp | Prescription assistance program | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee Inc | Adult day respite programs/facility upgrades | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army of Sarasota County | Salary increases for employee retention | $25,000 |
| Laurel Civic Association Inc | Upgrade program technology | $20,000 |
| Literacy Council of Sarasota Inc | Adult/family literacy program | $20,000 |
| Neuro Challenge Foundation Inc | Parkinsons program support | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast Inc | Mentoring center program support | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County Inc | Teen programs | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and Desoto Counties Inc | Scholarship support for roy mcbean | $15,000 |
| Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc | Children's therapy program | $15,000 |
| Exchange Club Family Partnership Center of Manatee County Inc | Parent education program | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Sarasota Inc | Hvacs for critical home repair program | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services of the Suncoast Inc | Counseling services | $15,000 |
| Manatee Children's Services Inc | Parent support group | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Sarasota Inc | Meal service program | $15,000 |
| Safe Children Coalition Inc | Hippy program | $15,000 |
| Tidewell Foundation Inc | Grief support services | $15,000 |
| Child Protection Center Inc | Children/families supervised visitation | $10,000 |
| Children First Inc | Comprehensive services for children/families | $10,000 |
| Florida Center for Early Childhood Inc | Developmental therapy program | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Dreams Inc | Camperships for children with special needs | $10,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County | Scholarships for girls/family strengthening | $10,000 |
| Mana-Sota Lighthouse for the Blind Inc | Assistive technology program | $10,000 |
| Senior Friendship Centers Inc | Caregiver resource classes | $10,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc | Military vets/service dogs match | $10,000 |
| Womens Resource Center of Manatee Inc | South county program support | $10,000 |
| Forty Carrots of Sarasota Inc | Parent education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Wood
- Thomas A Faessler
- Joy F Mahler
Questions people ask
Does Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Letters with above must be mailed before june..
How much does Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc give?
$450,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Wood (Secretary/Treasurer), Thomas A Faessler (President) and Joy F Mahler (VP, Director March 2025).
What does Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.