Wait Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wait Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reynolds, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $177,563 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $63,782 and the largest $117,563. 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$177,563
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$63,782
- Largest grant$117,563
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $165,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $165,000 | 12 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $177,563 | 2 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Wait 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 Wait Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $127,563 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reynolds Cemetery Assoc | Veterans monument and operational expenses | $117,563 |
| Milan Animal Welfare Center | Operational expenses | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norman E Wait
- Lavonne D Wait
- Ryan M Denman
Questions people ask
Does Wait Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wait Family Foundation give?
$177,563 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $63,782.
Who runs Wait Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Norman E Wait (President), Lavonne D Wait (Vice President) and Ryan M Denman (Director).
What does Wait Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans and animals.