Wish Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wish Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $125,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $630,000 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 | $630,000 | 8 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 2 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
Wish Foundation Inc 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 Wish Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University Foundation Fund | Financial support | $150,000 |
| High Museum of Art | Financial support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren A Amos
- Daniel P Amos
- David B Plyler
Questions people ask
Does Wish Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wish Foundation Inc give?
$250,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs Wish Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauren A Amos (Chairman), Daniel P Amos (Secretary) and David B Plyler (Asst Secretary).
What does Wish Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.