J Wesley Graham TW
Preselected recipients only
J Wesley Graham TW is a private foundation in West Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $678,710 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$678,710
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$28.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
0% 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 | $1.7 million | 2 | $33.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 2 | $27.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 2 | $28.0 million |
How to apply
J Wesley Graham TW 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 J Wesley Graham TW funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $1.4 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army | Charitablecontribution | $1.4 million |
| Children's Square USA | CHARITABLECONTRIBUTIONChristian Home Association Foundation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank NA
- George Robert Graham
- Mary Elizabeth Fergus
Questions people ask
Does J Wesley Graham TW accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J Wesley Graham TW give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $678,710.
Who runs J Wesley Graham TW?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank NA (Trustee), George Robert Graham (Trustee) and Mary Elizabeth Fergus (Trustee).
What does J Wesley Graham TW fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.