Ward Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ward Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mason, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,250 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$23,250
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was down from $52,500 the year before.
77% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,000 | 6 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $52,500 | 14 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $23,250 | 13 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Ward Family 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 Ward Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $14,250 |
| California | 4 | $8,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA Cincinnati | Programs and operations | $5,000 |
| Aye | Programs and operations | $5,000 |
| Parks Conservancy | Program and operations. | $2,500 |
| La Fire Fighters | Programs and operations | $2,500 |
| La Food Bank | Programs and operations | $2,500 |
| Carnegie Arts Education | Program and operations | $1,000 |
| Retts Syndrome Foundation | Program and operations | $1,000 |
| Cincinnati Public Radio | Programs and operations | $1,000 |
| Ews | Programs and operations | $750 |
| Jack London Park | Programs and operations | $500 |
| JWC | Program and operations | $500 |
| Casa | Programs and operations | $500 |
| Walk for Alzheimers | Programs and operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bill Ward
- Sally Ward
- Lucy Ward
Questions people ask
Does Ward Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ward Family Foundation give?
$23,250 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ward Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bill Ward (President), Sally Ward (Vice President) and Lucy Ward (Vice President).
What does Ward Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.