The Stephen H Wilder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stephen H Wilder Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,794 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $4,750 and the largest $8,794. 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$20,794
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$4,750
- Largest grant$8,794
- Assets$3,077
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $44,250 the year before.
50% 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 | $32,418 | 3 | $9,713 |
| 2023 | $44,250 | 6 | $2,213 |
| 2024 | $20,794 | 4 | $3,077 |
How to apply
The Stephen H Wilder 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 4 | $20,794 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Opera | Annual contribution for production support | $8,794 |
| Cincinnati Research Institure | Lecture series on charter committee centennial | $6,000 |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | Report on environmental impact of gaslights | $3,500 |
| Cet | Solutions journalism | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Beth Sullebarger
- Eric Kearney
- Steve Johns
- David Stradling
Questions people ask
Does The Stephen H Wilder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stephen H Wilder Foundation give?
$20,794 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $4,750.
Who runs The Stephen H Wilder Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Beth Sullebarger (Chair), Eric Kearney (Director), Steve Johns (Director) and David Stradling (Director).