James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation is a private foundation in Marietta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $34,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$34,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$718,147
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $43,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $43,000 | 16 | $624,238 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 15 | $718,147 |
How to apply
James M & Ruth E Wilder 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 James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 13 | $26,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Me Action | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Oasis | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank Inc | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Atlanta Union Mission Corporation HCSR | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Cherokee County Animal Shelter | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Community Pantry Inc | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Food Bank of Northeast Georgia | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Furkids Inc Thrift Store | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Good Mews Animal Foundation Inc | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption Inc | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Paws 4 Life | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Southern Hope Humane Society Inc | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter Co Dahlonega-Lumpkin Co Humane Society | Contribution | $2,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Contribution | $2,000 |
| The Temple | Contribution | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Wilder
- William R Wilder Jr
- Terri Lynn Wilder
Questions people ask
Does James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation give?
$34,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Wilder (President), William R Wilder Jr (Board Member) and Terri Lynn Wilder (Board Member).
What does James M & Ruth E Wilder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, food and hunger and faith communities.