John R Woods Foundation
Accepts applications
John R Woods Foundation is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2023 it gave $205,000 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $22,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$205,000
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2023 was down from $220,000 the year before.
26% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $220,000 | 49 | $3.7 million |
| 2023 | $205,000 | 54 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John Woods Foundation 13205 Manchester Road, Saint Louis, MO 63131 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (314) 543-3474 |
| What to submit | Cover letter explaining the purposes of their organization also must enclose a copy of determination letter verifying 501(c)(3) status |
What John R Woods Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 26 | $60,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $32,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 3 | $16,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $13,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $11,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 3 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America First Policy Institute | Support daily operations | $22,500 |
| Red Wind Councils Inc | Support for daily | $19,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | Support for daily | $10,000 |
| American Conservative Union Foundation | Support for daily | $10,000 |
| Colorado Nonprofit Development Center | Support for daily | $10,000 |
| Matw Project USA | Support daily operations | $10,000 |
| Life Quest Foundation Inc | Support daily operations | $10,000 |
| Southern Oregon Land Conservancy Inc | Support for daily | $8,000 |
| Upavim Community Development Foundation | Support for daily | $7,000 |
| Street Wise Arts | Support for daily | $6,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support for daily | $5,000 |
| Umpqua Community College Foundation | Support for daily | $5,000 |
| The Longmont Community Fdn | Support daily operations | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA Inc | Support daily operations | $5,000 |
| Our Family Farms | Support for daily | $5,000 |
| USA Shooting Inc | Support daily operations | $5,000 |
| Pridepads Africa Inc | Support for daily | $5,000 |
| Earth Island Institute Inc | Support daily operations | $5,000 |
| Sudanese American Physicians Assoc | Support daily operations | $4,000 |
| There With Care | Support daily operations | $3,000 |
| Maia Her Infinite Impact | Support for daily | $3,000 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Association | Support for daily | $3,000 |
| Spirit of the Sun Inc | Support daily operations | $2,500 |
| Special Forces Charitable Trust | Support for daily | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Congo Inc | Support daily operations | $2,500 |
| Churchill Center and School for Learning Disabilities | Support for daily | $2,500 |
| Alexander Dawson Foundation | Support for daily | $2,000 |
| Boulder Women's Health | Support for daily | $2,000 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation of Boulder County | Support for daily | $2,000 |
| Hunter Nation Foundation Inc | Support daily operations | $2,000 |
| The Regents of the Univ of Colorado | Support daily operations | $1,500 |
| Maya Education Foundation Amigos de San Cristobal | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Inc | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| John Burroughs School | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| Community School | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| American Wild Horse Preservation Campaogn | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| Community Food Share | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of Boulder | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| Colorado Chautauqua Association | Support for daily | $1,000 |
| Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center | Support for daily | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine Woods Hill
- John Woods
- Julia Woods Hill
- Laura Woods Gunderson
- Comerica Bank
Questions people ask
Does John R Woods Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John R Woods Foundation give?
$205,000 in tax year 2023, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John R Woods Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Catherine Woods Hill (Co-Trustee), John Woods (Co-Trustee), Julia Woods Hill (Co-Trustee) and Laura Woods Gunderson (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John R Woods Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.