Wild Waters Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wild Waters Foundation is a private foundation in Pearl River, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $180,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $56,000. 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$180,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$56,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $160,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $160,000 | 14 | $3.2 million |
| 2023 | $160,000 | 12 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $180,500 | 13 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Wild Waters 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 Wild Waters Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $56,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $54,000 |
| Colorado | 7 | $45,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $8,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Natura International | Generaloperations | $56,000 |
| Corporate Accountability International | Generaloperations | $54,000 |
| Wilderness Workshop | Generaloperations | $14,000 |
| Open Space for Arts & Community | Generaloperations | $10,000 |
| Southern Utah Wilderness Assoc (Suwa) | Generaloperations | $7,500 |
| Waldorf School on the Roaring Fork | Generaloperations | $7,000 |
| Mt Sopris Nordic Council | Generaloperations | $6,000 |
| High Country News Research | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Manitoga | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Roaring Fork Conservancy | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Crystal Valley Environmental Protection Assoc | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| The Wild Center | Generaloperations | $3,000 |
| Central Colorado Conservancy | Generaloperations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann R McAlpin
- Janet U McAlpin
- Timothy L Sampsel
Questions people ask
Does Wild Waters Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wild Waters Foundation give?
$180,500 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Wild Waters Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann R McAlpin (President, Treasurer), Janet U McAlpin (Secretary) and Timothy L Sampsel (Director).
What does Wild Waters Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and environment and conservation.