Wooten McLiney Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wooten McLiney Family Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $88,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,250 and the largest $17,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$88,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,250
- Largest grant$17,250
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,200 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $68,000 | 11 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $76,200 | 9 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $88,000 | 12 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Wooten McLiney 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 Wooten McLiney Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $57,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Teresa Academy | General fund | $17,250 |
| Cental Texas Food Bank | General fund | $15,000 |
| Umkc Alumni Association | Crescendo 2023 virtuoso sponsor | $13,500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Pembroke Hill School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Least of These | General fund | $5,500 |
| Gynca | General fund | $5,000 |
| St Lawrence Catholic Campus | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Children's Place | General fund | $3,000 |
| Springfield Little Theatre | General fund | $2,000 |
| Kansas City Rose Society | General fund | $1,250 |
| St Michael the Archangel Catholic Parish | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosalie Wooten
- Carrie Er Wooten McLiney
- Charles Randolph Wooten
Questions people ask
Does Wooten McLiney Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wooten McLiney Family Foundation give?
$88,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,250.
Who runs Wooten McLiney Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rosalie Wooten (Officer and Director), Carrie Er Wooten McLiney (Director) and Charles Randolph Wooten (Director).
What does Wooten McLiney Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.