Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Annapolis, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $720,400 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$720,400
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $671,000 the year before.
24% of its 2024 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 | $671,000 | 16 | $0 |
| 2024 | $720,400 | 17 | $0 |
How to apply
Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 10 | $485,400 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $35,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Radcliffe Creek School | To provide funding for technologies for student with learning differences such as dyslexia, adhd, and as such. | $100,000 |
| Dsylexia Tutoring Program | To provide funding for assessment and tutoring. | $80,000 |
| The Summit School | To provide funding for scholarships for children with learning disabilities. | $50,000 |
| Bello Machre | To provide funding for people with developmental disabilities. | $50,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | To provide funding for follow-up services for canine companions | $50,000 |
| Sisters Academy of Baltimore | To provide scholarships for students. | $50,000 |
| Anne Arundel Communitiy College Foundation | To provide scholarships for education | $50,000 |
| Autisim Society of North Carolina | The Autism Society of North Carolina improves the lives of individuals with autism, supports their families, and educates communities. | $50,000 |
| Capstone Christian Academy | To provide excellence in academics, athletics, the arts and the application of Biblical principles. | $50,000 |
| The Brendan Corporation | To provide sailing training to youth with learning differences | $40,000 |
| Chesapeake College | To provide funding for programs and schorlarships | $30,400 |
| Y of Central Maryland | To provide funding for childrens programs | $30,000 |
| Chesapeake Arts Center | To foster creativity, create connections, and inspire joy by delivering innovation and accessible arts and education programs. | $25,000 |
| Kids Need to Read | To provide funding for books for underfunded schools across the united states | $25,000 |
| Ohana of Howard County | Empower Howard County students to overcome barriers and achieve self-defined success. | $20,000 |
| Read Better Be Better | To provide funds to help children become better learners | $10,000 |
| On the Move Inc | The Mission of On the Move Nonprofit Organization is to serve youth and senior citizens in underserved communities through resources, education, and mentoring programs. We are a faith based non-denominational organization; our goal is to revitalize our communities as well as people. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sallie Hamrick
- Susan Oyloe
Questions people ask
Does Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc give?
$720,400 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Sallie Hamrick (President & Treasurer) and Susan Oyloe (Vice-President).
What does Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and disability.