Gary Wicklund Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gary Wicklund Family Foundation is a private foundation in Coralville, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,604 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $8,000. 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$32,604
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$766,525
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,545 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $29,580 | 45 | $634,355 |
| 2024 | $29,545 | 45 | $702,799 |
| 2025 | $32,604 | 39 | $766,525 |
How to apply
Gary Wicklund 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 Gary Wicklund Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 26 | $23,804 |
| Colorado | 9 | $4,800 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orchestra Iowa | Education/Culture | $8,000 |
| University of Iowa Center for Advancement | Education/Culture | $6,000 |
| Hubbard Street Dance | Education/Culture | $2,000 |
| Orchestra Iowa | Education/Culture | $2,000 |
| Iowa City Community School Distriict | Education/Cultue | $1,000 |
| Paul Taylor Dance Foundation | Education/Culture | $1,000 |
| Vail Performing Arts Academy | Education/Culture | $1,000 |
| Vail Rotary Foundation | Education/Culture | $1,000 |
| Englert Theatre | Education/Culture | $600 |
| BalletX | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Bravo Vail | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Colorado Ski Museum | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Dance Aspen | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Iowa State University | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Joffrey Ballet | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Shelter House | Education/Culture | $500 |
| The Harkin Institute | Education/Culture | $500 |
| Preucil School of Music | Education/Culture | $404 |
| Iowa City Community Theatre | Education/Culture | $400 |
| RoundUp River Ranch | Education/Culture | $300 |
| Beaver Creek Relious Foundation | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Camp Courageous | Education/Culture | $250 |
| CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Community Foudation of Johnson County Health Kids | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Coralville Center for Performing Arts | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Coralville Public Library | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Friends of Mountain Rescue | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Hospice Home of Iowa City | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa Bicycle Coalition | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa Childrens Museum | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa City Free Medical Services | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa Public Radio | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa Habitat for Humanity | Education/Culture | $250 |
| United Action for Youth | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Coralville Community Food Pantry | Education/Culture | $250 |
| Iowa City of Literature | Education/Culture | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Wicklund
Questions people ask
Does Gary Wicklund Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary Wicklund Family Foundation give?
$32,604 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Gary Wicklund Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Wicklund (President).
What does Gary Wicklund Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.