David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $898,027 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $43,950 and the largest $126,457. 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$898,027
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$43,950
- Largest grant$126,457
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $697,641 the year before.
14% 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 | $625,688 | 5 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $697,641 | 12 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $898,027 | 15 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
David B and Pamela M Waud 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 David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $815,394 |
| Virginia | 2 | $65,633 |
| Florida | 1 | $17,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of the Holy Spirit | General operating fund | $126,457 |
| St Leonard's Ministries | General operating fund | $95,872 |
| Church of the Holy Spirit | General operating fund | $91,452 |
| St Leonard's Ministries | General operating fund | $91,452 |
| Church of the Holy Spirit | General operating fund | $86,189 |
| Church of the Holy Spirit | General operating fund | $85,437 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands | General operating fund | $51,142 |
| Church of the Holy Spirit | General operating fund | $43,950 |
| St Leonard's Ministries | General operating fund | $43,950 |
| St Leonard's Ministries | General operating fund | $39,626 |
| Orphan of the Storm | General operating fund | $34,867 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General operating fund | $33,338 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General operating fund | $32,295 |
| Bernies Book Bank | General operating fund | $25,000 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | General operating fund | $17,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Waud
- Pamela M Waud
- Dana E Waud
- Tucker L Waud
- Haley A Waud
Questions people ask
Does David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation give?
$898,027 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $43,950.
Who runs David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David B Waud (Chairman Treas Director), Pamela M Waud (President Secretary Direct), Dana E Waud (Director) and Tucker L Waud (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does David B and Pamela M Waud Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.