The Wilford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wilford Family Foundation is a private foundation in Woodbury, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $69,950 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$69,950
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$968,638
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,500 the year before.
12% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $69,500 | 33 | $906,442 |
| 2024 | $69,950 | 33 | $968,638 |
How to apply
The Wilford Family 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 The Wilford Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 19 | $45,450 |
| Illinois | 6 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| First Love International Ministries | General | $5,000 |
| New Life Family Services | General | $5,000 |
| New Life Academy Education | General | $3,500 |
| C247 Father's Arms Ministries | General | $3,000 |
| Young Life | General | $2,500 |
| Corbella Clinic | General | $2,000 |
| Esther Homes | General | $2,000 |
| Hope Academy | General | $2,000 |
| Lifespring Ministries | General | $2,000 |
| Linc Ministries Int'l | General | $2,000 |
| Refuge for Women - Chicago | General | $2,000 |
| Trinity First Lutheran School | General | $2,000 |
| Solid Ground | General | $1,750 |
| Hope International | General | $1,500 |
| Open Hands Foundation | General | $1,500 |
| Ely Young Life | General | $1,000 |
| Ethnos 360 | General | $1,000 |
| Gillette Children's Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Hope Farm School | General | $1,000 |
| MN Adult Teen Challenge | General | $1,000 |
| Robins Nest | General | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General | $1,000 |
| TLC Pregnancy Center | General | $1,000 |
| Assemblies of God | General | $500 |
| Cru | General | $500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | General | $500 |
| Fisher House Foundation | General | $500 |
| Neighborhood House | General | $500 |
| Nilmdts | General | $500 |
| Open Cupboard | General | $500 |
| Valley Outreach | General | $500 |
| Joseph's Coat | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence A Wilford
- Linda C Wilford
- Adam L Wilford
- Jeffrey D Wilford
- Amy L Blackford
Questions people ask
Does The Wilford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wilford Family Foundation give?
$69,950 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Wilford Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lawrence A Wilford (President), Linda C Wilford (Vice Pres), Adam L Wilford (Exec Dir) and Jeffrey D Wilford (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Wilford Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.