The Wilder Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Wilder Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Lee, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $119,685 in 60 grants; the typical grant was $1,259 and the largest $10,000. 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$119,685
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$1,259
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $107,815 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $107,815 | 55 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $119,685 | 60 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Wilder Family Foundation Inc 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 Wilder Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 25 | $69,842 |
| New York | 19 | $31,818 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $3,975 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,600 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $350 |
| Missouri | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foodbank of NJ | Caring for the underpriviledged | $10,000 |
| Bergen Family Center | Provide help for children | $10,000 |
| Young Israel of Fort Lee | Promote religious activities | $9,776 |
| Yachad | Enriching the lives of jewish indivi | $7,200 |
| Pascack Hills High School PTA | Promote education | $6,036 |
| Apostle's House | Help families with homelessness | $4,000 |
| Sinai Schools | Promote ed for the disabled | $3,600 |
| Individual | Support local nat'l charities | $3,600 |
| Jewish National Foundation | Assistance with passing of loved one | $3,600 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation | Provide humanitarian aid | $3,540 |
| Center for Hope Safety | Help victims of domestic violence | $3,200 |
| Borough of Woodcliff Lake | Provide community services | $3,000 |
| Bais Medrash of Bergenfield | Promote religious endeavors | $2,500 |
| Individual | Promote education through travel | $2,000 |
| Boys Town of Jerusalem | Promote religious studies & heritage | $2,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Assist elderly and disabled | $2,000 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Provide help for the homeless | $2,000 |
| Hill's Valley Coalition | Promote avoidance of drugs | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educate children on bullying | $2,000 |
| One Israel Foundation | Protect reidents of judea & samaria | $2,000 |
| Hebrew Free Burial Assoc | Provide funerals for jewish individu | $2,000 |
| Ohel Children's Home Family Servi | Provide mental health services | $2,000 |
| Jewish Families and Children Servic | Provide family spport | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide dental care to those in need | $2,000 |
| Individual | Address emotional and economic issue | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide food to the eldery and disab | $2,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | Promote religious activities | $1,800 |
| Yeshiva University | Promote education | $1,800 |
| Individual | Promote education | $1,800 |
| Individual | Promote openess to government action | $1,500 |
| Hadassah | Empowerment of zionist women | $1,018 |
| Alzheimers | Promote research | $1,000 |
| American Foundation of Suicide Prev | Raise awareness & support mental hea | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Morgan David Ad | Promote safety & health care worldwi | $1,000 |
| Beth Oloth Girls School | Promote education | $1,000 |
| Individual | Promote healthcare | $1,000 |
| Individual | Promote cancer research | $1,000 |
| Individual | Promote children cancer research | $1,000 |
| Aicpa | Promote israel policies | $1,000 |
| Individual | Improve emergency medical care | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Wilder
- Rita Wilder
- Jennifer Charnow
Questions people ask
Does The Wilder Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wilder Family Foundation Inc give?
$119,685 in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $1,259.
Who runs The Wilder Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey Wilder (Trustee/Dire), Rita Wilder (Trustee/Dire) and Jennifer Charnow (Trustee/Dire).
What does The Wilder Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.