WR Grace Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
WR Grace Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbia, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 102 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants102
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$468,072
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $784,406 the year before.
42% 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 | $784,406 | 134 | $376,239 |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 102 | $468,072 |
How to apply
| Contact | Httpsgraceversaiccomlogin 32 W 25th Avenue Suite 203, San Mateo, CA 94403-2266 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (817) 712-9495 |
| What to submit | No forms are required. However, each request should be submitted via e-mail with the following information: 1. The nature and background of the organization; 2. The sum being requested; 3. The specific purpose of the grant request; and 4. Photocopy of the current IRS determination letter. Should the foundation express further interest in the organization, it would require in addition to the above: 1. A current financial statement; and 2. A list of current donors, particularly companies, foundations and governmental agencies, indicating the amounts contributed on an annual basis. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What WR Grace Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $20,000 in 5 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 24 | $437,227 |
| Texas | 8 | $326,400 |
| Louisiana | 25 | $195,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $114,509 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $52,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $34,250 |
| Montana | 2 | $30,000 |
| Michigan | 11 | $20,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 6 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valero Energy Foundation | Urban, civic & culture | $300,000 |
| Maryland Academy of Science | Urban, civic & culture | $150,000 |
| Aiche - American Institute of Chemical Engineers | Education & science | $72,000 |
| United Way | Matching gifts | $62,177 |
| Scholarship America | Education & science | $52,000 |
| American Chemical Society | Education & science | $34,000 |
| The Well (Drink at the Well Inc) | Health & social welfare | $30,000 |
| United Way of Central Maryland | Health & social welfare | $30,000 |
| Capital Area Casa Association | Health & social welfare | $28,000 |
| Archdiocese of Baltimore Chancery Inc | Health & social welfare | $25,000 |
| No Kid Hungry - Share Our Strength | Health & social welfare | $24,959 |
| Baltimore Community Foundation | Health & social welfare | $20,000 |
| Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank | Health & social welfare | $20,000 |
| Libby Chambers Project | Urban, civic & culture | $20,000 |
| Hospice of Baton Rouge | Health & social welfare | $16,000 |
| Loyola University of Maryland | Education & science | $15,000 |
| ALS Association | Health & social welfare | $13,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Greater Baton Rouge & Arcadiana | Health & social welfare | $13,000 |
| Greater Houston Comunity Foundation | Health & social welfare | $11,400 |
| McMains Children Development | Health & social welfare | $11,000 |
| Archdiocese of Baltimore Chancery Inc | Education & science | $10,000 |
| Asylee Women Enterprise | Urban, civic & culture | $10,000 |
| Bright Minds Foundation | Education & science | $10,000 |
| Council on Economic Education in Maryland | Education & science | $10,000 |
| Flying Wings of Louisiana | Health & social welfare | $10,000 |
| Foundation de L'hopital du Suroit | Health & social welfare | $10,000 |
| Howard Hospital Foundation | Health & social welfare | $10,000 |
| Learning Undefeated Inc | Education & science | $10,000 |
| Libby Food Pantry | Health & social welfare | $10,000 |
| Making Disciples Mentoring | Urban, civic & culture | $10,000 |
| Pilots for Patients | Health & social welfare | $10,000 |
| Rain Will Bring Flowers Foundation | Health & social welfare | $10,000 |
| Restoration Stage | Urban, civic & culture | $10,000 |
| McNeese State University Engineering | Education & science | $9,500 |
| Sowela Technical College | Education & science | $9,500 |
| Chesapeake Arts Center | Education & science | $8,000 |
| NAMI Maryland Inc | Education & science | $7,500 |
| Moisson Sud-Ouest | Health & social welfare | $6,000 |
| A Greater Hope | Health & social welfare | $5,000 |
| Safety Council of Southwest Louisiana | Health & social welfare | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Yoo
- Michael J Brown
- Edwin C Sparks
- Kerrie Wolfe
- Rachel Flamm
- Terrence A Puglisi
- Melissa Sellers
- Mary Crumholt
- George Welsh
- Sean Dempsey
Questions people ask
Does WR Grace Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does WR Grace Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 102 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs WR Grace Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Anthony Yoo (Chairman & Secretary), Michael J Brown (Director, Vice Chairman & Treasurer), Edwin C Sparks (Director & Vice Chairman) and Kerrie Wolfe (Director & Vice Chairman) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does WR Grace Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and education.