Woodnote Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Woodnote Foundation is a private foundation in St Petersubrg, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$55,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $61,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $52,400 | 10 | $976,132 |
| 2024 | $61,000 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $55,000 | 2 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Woodnote 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 Woodnote Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvador Dali Museum Inc | Education and arts programs | $50,000 |
| Shorecrest Prepartory School | For children education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert H Willis
- Hancock Whitney Bank
- Sally Stovall Willis
- Jackson Willis
- Walker Willis
Questions people ask
Does Woodnote Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Woodnote Foundation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Woodnote Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert H Willis (Co-Trustee), Hancock Whitney Bank (Co-Trustee), Sally Stovall Willis (Co-Trustee) and Jackson Willis (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Woodnote Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.