Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation
Accepts applications
Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $262,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$262,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was down from $272,715 the year before.
73% 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 | $272,715 | 15 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $262,000 | 15 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Joseph A Macri PO Box 1504, Buffalo, NY 14240 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (712) 255-2174 |
| What to submit | In writing |
What Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $254,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | General support | $50,000 |
| New Hope Ministries | General support | $25,000 |
| Penn State University Harrisburg | General support | $25,000 |
| United Way of the Capital Region | General support | $20,000 |
| Hospice of Central Pennsylvania | General support | $20,000 |
| Messiah University | General support | $15,000 |
| Bethesda Mission | General support | $15,000 |
| United Disabilities Services Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Joshua Group | General support | $15,000 |
| Paxton Ministries | General support | $14,000 |
| Harrisburg University | General support | $10,000 |
| Midwest Food Bank Pennsylvania | General support | $10,000 |
| Wildheart International Ministries | General support | $10,000 |
| The Nativity School of Harrisburg | General support | $10,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal School | General support | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- M and T Trust Company
- Joseph A Macri
Questions people ask
Does Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation give?
$262,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists M and T Trust Company (Trustee) and Joseph A Macri (Executive Director).
What does Franklin H and Ruth L Wells Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.