Ward Creek Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ward Creek Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $444,262 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $104,180. 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$444,262
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$104,180
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $330,525 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 | $242,033 | 16 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $330,525 | 23 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $444,262 | 21 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Ward Creek 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 Ward Creek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $198,604 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $110,275 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $50,066 |
| California | 4 | $45,444 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $15,193 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,050 |
| Ohio | 1 | $9,630 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Foundation for AIDS Research | General purpose grant. | $104,180 |
| Reporters Without Borders Inc | General purpose grant. | $60,326 |
| James W Foley Legacy Foundation | General purpose grant. | $50,066 |
| Center for Technology & Innovation Inc | General purpose grant. | $49,156 |
| Common Good Ai Inc | General purpose grant. | $30,263 |
| University of Southern California | General purpose grant. | $25,142 |
| Center for Creative Change | General purpose grant. | $19,865 |
| Reporters Committee for Freedom | General purpose grant. | $10,084 |
| The Lenfest Institute for Journalism | General purpose grant. | $10,084 |
| University of California SF Foundation | General purpose grant. | $10,084 |
| The National Press Club Journalism Institute Inc | General purpose grant. | $10,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Inc | General purpose grant. | $9,941 |
| Committee to Protect Journalists | General purpose grant. | $9,896 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | General purpose grant. | $9,630 |
| Janney Montgomery Scott Extra Mile Education Foundation | General purpose grant. | $5,109 |
| Norton Museum of Art | General purpose grant. | $5,109 |
| Overseas Press Club Foundation | General purpose grant. | $5,109 |
| Sacramento Loaves & Fishes | General purpose grant. | $5,109 |
| Verge Center for the Arts | General purpose grant. | $5,109 |
| The Int'l Center for Journalists Inc | General purpose grant. | $5,000 |
| The Kennan Institute | General purpose grant. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig Forman
- Kevin McClatchy
Questions people ask
Does Ward Creek Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ward Creek Foundation give?
$444,262 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ward Creek Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Craig Forman (Chairman & Ceo) and Kevin McClatchy (Managing Board Member).
What does Ward Creek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.