Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $620,940 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$620,940
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $621,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $621,000 | 16 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $620,940 | 15 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable 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 Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 11 | $568,440 |
| Texas | 2 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Zoological Society | To support general operations | $320,000 |
| International School of Indiana | To support general operations | $100,000 |
| Central Indiana Land Trust | To support general operations | $50,000 |
| IU Foundation | To support general operations | $25,000 |
| Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Heritage Village Museum | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Adoptions of Indiana | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Harrison Center for the Arts Inc | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warrior | To support general operations | $10,000 |
| East Side Crusaders Lacrosse Club | To support general operation | $8,440 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | To support general operations | $7,500 |
| FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic | To support general operations | $7,500 |
| EdChoice | To support general operations | $5,000 |
| Vonnegut Museum | To support general operations | $5,000 |
| Arizona Council on Economic Education | To support general operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel J Willis
- Amy S Willis
Questions people ask
Does Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation give?
$620,940 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel J Willis (Trustee) and Amy S Willis (Trustee).
What does Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and arts and culture.