Willmas Charitable Trust (PWS)
Preselected recipients only
Willmas Charitable Trust (PWS) is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $555,930 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $275,706. 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$555,930
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$275,706
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $576,925 the year before.
22% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $584,288 | 8 | $11.5 million |
| 2023 | $576,925 | 8 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $555,930 | 9 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
Willmas Charitable Trust (PWS) 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
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $530,930 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Archdicese of Los Angeles | Support for daily operation | $275,706 |
| Inland Empire Community Foundation | Support for daily operation | $185,224 |
| Victor Valley College | Support for daily operation | $16,000 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation | Support for daily operation | $15,000 |
| Happy Trails Children's Foundation | Support for daily operation | $15,000 |
| A Window Between Worlds | Support for daily operation | $15,000 |
| Roman Catholic Archdiocese | Religious purposes | $14,000 |
| Armed Services YMCA | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| Peaceful Moments | Support for daily operation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Comerica Bank
- Donna Dorsyth
Questions people ask
Does Willmas Charitable Trust (PWS) accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Willmas Charitable Trust (PWS) give?
$555,930 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Willmas Charitable Trust (PWS)?
Its 2024 filing lists Comerica Bank (Co-Trustee) and Donna Dorsyth (Co-Trustee).