Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation
Accepts applications
Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation is a private foundation in Plainfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $749,000 in 68 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$749,000
- Number of grants68
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $666,000 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $657,500 | 39 | $14.6 million |
| 2024 | $666,000 | 58 | $16.0 million |
| 2025 | $749,000 | 68 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Leslie Wadsworth 13941 N van Dyke Road, Plainfield, IL 60544-7727 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (815) 436-8400 |
| What to submit | Written application supporting tax exempt status of organization applying, with statement of purpose and use of proposed grant. |
| Restrictions | Must indicate how proposed use will promote social improvement through golf. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 25 | $298,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $110,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Ohio | 4 | $39,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $37,500 |
| Georgia | 4 | $22,500 |
| California | 3 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $20,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Golf Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $100,000 |
| Evanston Wilmette Golf Course Assoc | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $50,000 |
| National Links Trust | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Chicago | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $25,000 |
| Chicago District Golf Association F | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $25,000 |
| Illinois Pga Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $25,000 |
| Maryville Golf Academy | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $20,000 |
| Revelationgolf | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $20,000 |
| The Turn | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $20,000 |
| Individual | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $15,000 |
| US Adaptive Golf Association | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $15,000 |
| Northern Texas Pga Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Individual | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Individual | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Plainfild North White Tigers Ath Bo | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $12,000 |
| US Kids Golf Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Cantigny Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Charleston | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Marion Military Institute | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Caddie Leadership Academy | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Gator Junior Golf Association | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Western Golf Association | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| The First Tee of Jersey Shore | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Glenview Park Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| Individual | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $10,000 |
| American Society of Golf Course Arc | To further the society's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Akron General | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Individual | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater St L | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Golf Course Builders of America Fou | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Individual | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| American Golf Ind Coalition World G | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Channahon Park Foundation | To further the foundation's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Individual | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $7,500 |
| National Alliance for Accessible Go | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $5,000 |
| The First Tee of Troup County | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $5,000 |
| Lewis University Golf | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $5,000 |
| Aurora University | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $5,000 |
| Easterseals of Joliet Region | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $5,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Cincinnati | To further the foundation's exempt purposes. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Myslinski
- John McNair
- Leslie Wadsworth
- Eric Wadsworth
- Patrick Karnick
Questions people ask
Does Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation give?
$749,000 in tax year 2025, across 68 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas Myslinski (Director), John McNair (Director), Leslie Wadsworth (Treasurer) and Eric Wadsworth (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.