Wilkinson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wilkinson Foundation is a private foundation in Chelsea, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $352,000 in 87 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $17,750. 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$352,000
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$17,750
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $309,500 the year before.
25% 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 | $309,500 | 80 | $128,815 |
| 2024 | $352,000 | 87 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
Wilkinson Foundation 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 Wilkinson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 23 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37 | $97,550 |
| Missouri | 6 | $41,000 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $39,000 |
| Maine | 5 | $35,000 |
| New York | 3 | $33,750 |
| California | 4 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $11,200 |
| Vermont | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Social welfare | $17,750 |
| Columbus School for Girls | Education | $15,000 |
| Concord Hill School | Education | $15,000 |
| Mothers Out Front | Community | $15,000 |
| Story Tapestries | Community | $15,000 |
| Town of Hollis | Community | $15,000 |
| Covenant Christian School | Education | $10,000 |
| Go Global NC | Community | $10,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Social welfare | $10,000 |
| Marin Catholic School | School | $10,000 |
| Saco River Theatre | Community | $10,000 |
| Washington & Lee | Education | $10,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Shelter | Community | $8,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | Community | $8,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Crisis Club | Community | $8,000 |
| Many Hands Lifesharing Community | Community | $8,000 |
| Avalon Housing | Community | $7,000 |
| St Louis Priory School | Education | $7,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission | Community | $6,000 |
| Bear Lake Camp | Social welfare | $5,000 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | Community | $5,000 |
| Cots | Community | $5,000 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | Community | $5,000 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Community | $5,000 |
| Macomb Humane Society | Community | $5,000 |
| Negef | Community | $5,000 |
| Perc | Community | $5,000 |
| The Bach Society of Saint Louis | Community | $5,000 |
| Alternatives for Cmty and Evt | Community | $4,000 |
| Ballet Chelsea | Community | $4,000 |
| Madison County Animal Shelter | Community | $4,000 |
| Mercy Corps | Community | $4,000 |
| NC Arboretum | Communty | $4,000 |
| Verner Center for Early Learning | Community | $4,000 |
| American Friends of the Bajio | Community | $3,500 |
| Community Housing Coalition of Madi | Community services | $3,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | Community | $3,000 |
| Covenant House | Community services | $3,000 |
| Fishtown Preservation | Community | $3,000 |
| Maine Public Radio | Comunity | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Stephen Wilkinson
- Guerin S Wilkinson
- Todd S Wilkinson
Questions people ask
Does Wilkinson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilkinson Foundation give?
$352,000 in tax year 2024, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Wilkinson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Stephen Wilkinson (President), Guerin S Wilkinson (Treasurer) and Todd S Wilkinson (Secretary).
What does Wilkinson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and international.