Waddell Foundation
Accepts applications
Waddell Foundation is a private foundation in Marion, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$140,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was down from $142,560 the year before.
15% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $142,560 | 15 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 14 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James Waddell P O Box 358, Marion, OH 43302 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (419) 845-3316 |
| What to submit | Application for funds must be for charities and activities assisting senior citizens |
| Deadlines | Any time during the year |
| Restrictions | Awards are restricted to marion and adjacent counties |
What Waddell Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 14 | $165,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Historical Society | Historical | $30,000 |
| Marion County Fed Womens | Historical | $25,000 |
| Ohio Historical Society | Historical | $25,000 |
| Marion General Hospital Foundation | Health | $20,000 |
| Life Care Alliance | Health & nutrition | $10,000 |
| MLS Construction Services | Reutilization | $10,000 |
| Axess Pointe | Services for seniors | $10,000 |
| Marion Palace Theatre | Arts/cultural | $5,000 |
| Prospect Senior Center | Services for seniors | $5,000 |
| Pleasant Senior Center | Services for seniors | $5,000 |
| Marion Senior Center | Services for seniors | $5,000 |
| Green Camp Senior Center | Services for seniors | $5,000 |
| Caledonia Senior Center | Services for seniors | $5,000 |
| New Vision Senior Group | Services for seniors | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Waddell
- Michael Payette
- Trenton J Waddell
- Tim Waddell
- Robert Waddell
Questions people ask
Does Waddell Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Any time during the year.
How much does Waddell Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Waddell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James P Waddell (President), Michael Payette (Vice Preside), Trenton J Waddell (Trustee) and Tim Waddell (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Waddell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, seniors and health.