World Wide Technology Foundation
Preselected recipients only
World Wide Technology Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $11.3 million in 221 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $608,000. 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$11.3 million
- Number of grants221
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$608,000
- Assets$23.7 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10.5 million the year before.
52% of its 2025 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 | $7.3 million | 207 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $10.5 million | 197 | $16.1 million |
| 2025 | $11.3 million | 221 | $23.7 million |
How to apply
World Wide Technology 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 World Wide Technology Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 23 states, the most to Missouri. It also paid $12,179 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 156 | $9.2 million |
| Virginia | 4 | $620,000 |
| California | 2 | $260,000 |
| New York | 10 | $259,500 |
| Illinois | 13 | $253,500 |
| Texas | 6 | $176,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $111,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $110,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $52,500 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $608,000 |
| The Muny | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $587,475 |
| Greater St Louis Area Council Bsa | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $580,500 |
| St Louis Symphony Orchestra | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $562,500 |
| Variety - the Children's Charity | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $510,000 |
| Evolution Festival | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $500,000 |
| Jazz St Louis | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $462,500 |
| Urban League of Metropolitan St Louis | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $422,000 |
| Areion Foundation Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $350,000 |
| Concordance | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $342,250 |
| Opera Theatre of St Louis | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $300,000 |
| SLSG Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $300,000 |
| Academy Museum Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $250,000 |
| Great Rivers Greenway Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $250,000 |
| Biblical Business Training Inc DBA BBT | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $245,000 |
| Nurses for Newborns | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $205,000 |
| Cardinal Ritter College Prep | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $200,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities St Louis | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $200,000 |
| Gateway Arch Park Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $155,000 |
| Salem United Methodist Church | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $151,000 |
| Casa de Salud | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $150,000 |
| The Sheldon Arts Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $150,000 |
| American Cancer Society - STL | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $148,320 |
| Refuge and Restoration | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $122,000 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope STL | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $110,000 |
| Rick and Isabela Pina Ministries | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $110,000 |
| The Just Trust | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $110,000 |
| Wendell Scott Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $110,000 |
| Jackie Joyner Kersee Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| National Wwii Museum | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| St Patrick Center | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| TD Jakes Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| The Eagle Academy Foundation Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| University of Central Missouri | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| Vision Warriors | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| The Black Rep | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $95,000 |
| Mercy Health Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $90,000 |
| Kranzberg Arts Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $80,000 |
| St Louis American Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $80,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Steward
- James P Kavanaugh
- Joseph G Koenig
- Thomas W Strunk
Questions people ask
Does World Wide Technology Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does World Wide Technology Foundation give?
$11.3 million in tax year 2025, across 221 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs World Wide Technology Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David L Steward (Director), James P Kavanaugh (Director), Joseph G Koenig (President) and Thomas W Strunk (Treasurer).
What does World Wide Technology Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and faith communities.