The HW Wilson Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The HW Wilson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Seaford, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 83 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $115,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants83
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$49.0 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 75 | $33.5 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 75 | $43.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 83 | $49.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William Stanton C/O the HW Wilson Fdn 3575 Merrick, Rd 2310, Seaford, NY 11783 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (845) 868-7514 |
| What to submit | Letter with description of charity and its charitable purpose. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The HW Wilson Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 66 | $1.3 million |
| Connecticut | 2 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Towers of Freedom | General support | $115,000 |
| St John's University | General support | $100,000 |
| Millbrook School | General support | $65,000 |
| Long Island Cares Inc | General support | $55,000 |
| Cardinal Spellman High School | General support | $50,000 |
| Hofstra University | General support | $50,000 |
| St John's University-School of Law | General support | $50,000 |
| American Friends Nat Gallery of Ireland | General support | $40,000 |
| Ryan McElory Children's Cancer Foundation | General support | $40,000 |
| Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| The Church of the Redeemer | General support | $30,000 |
| American Legion Post 1273 | General support | $25,000 |
| Dutchess County SPCA | General support | $25,000 |
| St John's Bread and Life | General support | $25,000 |
| Brooklyn Arts Council | General support | $20,000 |
| Dav Chapter 144 | General support | $20,000 |
| George Washington's Mount Vernon | General support | $20,000 |
| National Law Enforc Officers Memorial | General support | $20,000 |
| Operation International | General support | $20,000 |
| Satellite Beach Youth Football | General support | $20,000 |
| Sharon Playhouse | General support | $20,000 |
| Stanford Fire Company | General support | $20,000 |
| Willow Roots | General support | $17,500 |
| Academy of Mount St Ursula | General support | $15,000 |
| Acds | General support | $15,000 |
| Bronx Children's Museum | General support | $15,000 |
| Little St Nick Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Motivational Recovery Environments Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| New York Botanical Garden | General support | $15,000 |
| North Folk Breast Health Coalition | General support | $15,000 |
| Southhampton Fresh Air Home | General support | $15,000 |
| St Mary's Foundation for Children | General support | $15,000 |
| Stanford Free Library | General support | $15,000 |
| Warrior Ranch Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General support | $15,000 |
| YMCA of Greater New York | General support | $15,000 |
| Acld | General support | $10,000 |
| American Printing House for the Blind | General support | $10,000 |
| Bardavon | General support | $10,000 |
| Bronx Works | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Stanton
- Harold Regan
- Michael Regan
- Kelly Feeney
- Sarah Stanton
Questions people ask
Does The HW Wilson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The HW Wilson Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 83 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The HW Wilson Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William Stanton (Executive Director), Harold Regan (Chairman), Michael Regan (VP of Operations & Treasurer) and Kelly Feeney (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The HW Wilson Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.