WSDC Foundation
Preselected recipients only
WSDC Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$67.3 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.1 million the year before.
56% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.1 million | 33 | $55.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 25 | $67.3 million |
How to apply
WSDC 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 WSDC Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $1.2 million |
| Colorado | 4 | $450,000 |
| California | 2 | $125,000 |
| Montana | 3 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $60,000 |
| New York | 2 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Deaf Empowerment Awareness Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $600,000 |
| Aspen Camp of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Duo Dogs Inc | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Jovial Concepts | Unrestricted | $135,000 |
| Longmeadow Rescue Ranch | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Og Hospitality Cares Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Fentanyl Solutions Org | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Code 3 Response | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Heartland Youth Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Support Our Soldiers | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Verona High School Parents Association Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Constitutional Coalition | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Chesterton Academy of Vero Beach | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| St Louis Area Women's Police Soccer Team | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Kodawest | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Front Row Films | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Gray Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Montana Community Foundation | Montana wildfire relief fund | $20,000 |
| Impact Montana | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| National Indigenious Women's Center | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Western Colorado Peace Officers Association | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| International Game Fish Association | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Saint Jude's Childrens Research | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Schaeffer
- Warren C Keinath
- David S Keinath
- Steven W Keinath
- Carolyn K Rayner
- Marlo Turcotte
Questions people ask
Does WSDC Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does WSDC Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs WSDC Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Schaeffer (President/Treasurer), Warren C Keinath (Director), David S Keinath (Director) and Steven W Keinath (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does WSDC Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, youth programs and animals.