RI & SL Wilson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RI & SL Wilson Foundation is a private foundation in Tremont, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $517,269 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$517,269
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$11.7 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $11.0 million |
| 2025 | $517,269 | 13 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
RI & SL Wilson 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 RI & SL Wilson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $317,269 |
| Iowa | 1 | $150,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The State Univ of Iowa Foundation aka Univ of Iowa Center for Advancement | For the Translational Retina Research Fund | $150,000 |
| Friends of Wildlife Prarie Park | In support of general operations | $57,269 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | For Kerr County Flood Releif Fund | $50,000 |
| Pathway Ministries | In support of general operations | $50,000 |
| South Side Mission of Peoria | In support of general operations | $50,000 |
| Midwest Food Bank | In support of general operations | $50,000 |
| Dream Center Peoria NFP | In support of general operations | $50,000 |
| Tazewell Animal Protective Society (TAPS) | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| My Sisters House | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| Tremont Area Food Pantry Inc NFP | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| Grafelman Farms Rescue | In support of general operations where needed | $10,000 |
| Solid Rock Christian Academy of Morton | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| One Love Community Fridge River Side Church Peoria | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Neville
- Leslie Neville
Questions people ask
Does RI & SL Wilson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RI & SL Wilson Foundation give?
$517,269 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs RI & SL Wilson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joshua Neville (Trustee) and Leslie Neville (Trustee).
What does RI & SL Wilson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and food and hunger.