Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund Inc is a private foundation in Hingham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$18,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,500 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $18,500 | 6 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $17,500 | 6 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 5 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Higham Interfaith Food Pantry | Public support | $6,000 |
| Hingham High School | Public support | $6,000 |
| Wellspring Multi Service Center | Elder care | $3,000 |
| Hingham Historical Society | Preservation of town's history | $2,000 |
| Hingham Land Conservation | Land conservation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Shilhan
- Jane Davis
- Sarah Carolan
Questions people ask
Does Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund Inc give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Wilder Charitable & Educational Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Shilhan (Secretary), Jane Davis (President) and Sarah Carolan (Treasurer).