Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $468,874 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $197,415. 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$468,874
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$197,415
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4.0 million the year before.
82% 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 | $5.9 million | 11 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 6 | $12.8 million |
| 2025 | $468,874 | 12 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
Donald R Wilson Jr Family 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 Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 2 | $237,367 |
| Illinois | 5 | $161,507 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US Sailing Foundation | General support | $197,415 |
| University of Chicago | General support | $94,983 |
| Chicago Architecture Biennial Inc | General Support | $50,000 |
| University of RI Foundation & Alumni Engagement | General Support | $39,952 |
| Navy Seal Foundation INC | General Support | $25,000 |
| Shake-A-Leg Miami Inc | General Support | $15,000 |
| Callen Lorde Community Health Project Inc | General Operating Support | $12,500 |
| Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Inc | General Support | $12,500 |
| Noble Network of Charter Schools | General Support | $7,000 |
| Lincoln Park Conservancy | General Support | $5,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | General Support | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago | General Support | $4,524 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald R Wilson Jr
Questions people ask
Does Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation give?
$468,874 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald R Wilson Jr (Trustee).
What does Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.