Wild Woods Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wild Woods Foundation is a private foundation in Pearl River, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $148,300 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$148,300
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $118,200 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 | $127,200 | 42 | $1.6 million |
| 2023 | $118,200 | 38 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $148,300 | 40 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Wild Woods 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 Woods Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 10 | $39,500 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $33,500 |
| New York | 5 | $13,500 |
| California | 5 | $13,300 |
| Oregon | 4 | $13,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $8,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $8,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $7,000 |
| Alaska | 2 | $6,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Natura International | Generaloperations | $20,000 |
| Vashon Repertory Theatre | Generaloperations | $14,000 |
| Jack Straw Cultural Center | Generaloperations | $8,000 |
| Rainforest Action Network | Generaloperations | $7,000 |
| Corporate Accountability International | Generaloperations | $6,500 |
| Sea Shepherd Conservation Society | Generaloperations | $6,000 |
| Vashon - Maury Island Land Trust | Generaloperations | $6,000 |
| Environmental Protection Information Center | Generaloperations | $5,500 |
| Alaska Conservation Foundation | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Ancient Forest International | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Native Forest Council | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Generaloperations | $5,000 |
| Kagyu Changchub Chuling | Lama fund | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Generaloperations | $4,500 |
| National Park Foundation | Generaloperations | $3,000 |
| Interfaith Council on Homelessness | Generaloperations | $2,500 |
| Voice of Vashon | Generaloperations | $2,500 |
| Burn Design Lab | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Conservation Northwest | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Kagyu Dakshang Chuling | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks | The wildcenter | $2,000 |
| Ocean Alliance | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Wilderness Workshop | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Amazon Conservation Team | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Amazon Conservation Association | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Save the Redwoods League | Generaloperations | $2,000 |
| Southeast Alaska Conservation Council | Generaloperations | $1,500 |
| Vashon Island Growers Association | Food accesspartnership | $1,500 |
| Adirondack Council | Generaloperations | $1,000 |
| Kagyu Changchub Chuling | Generaloperations | $1,000 |
| Manitoga Incorporated | Generaloperations | $1,000 |
| The Wilderness Society | Pacific northwestregion | $1,000 |
| Sempervirens Fund | Generaloperations | $600 |
| The Alliance for Tompotika Conservation (Alto) | Generaloperations | $500 |
| Audubon Washington | Generaloperations | $500 |
| Surfrider Foundation | Generaloperations | $500 |
| High Country News Research | Generaloperations | $500 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Association | Generaloperations | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet U McAlpin
- David E Godsey
- Ann R McAlpin
Questions people ask
Does Wild Woods Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wild Woods Foundation give?
$148,300 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Wild Woods Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet U McAlpin (President), David E Godsey (Director) and Ann R McAlpin (Secretary).
What does Wild Woods Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, international and arts and culture.