WFJ Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
WFJ Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $43,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $44,587 | 1 | $957,719 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 3 | $997,103 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
WFJ Charitable 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 WFJ Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Hills High School | General support | $10,000 |
| Park Road Montessori PTO | General support | $10,000 |
| Lincoln William Grant Scholarship Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alfred Washington
- Charles James
- Lasonjia James
- Vondetta Faulk
- William D Sherman
Questions people ask
Does WFJ Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does WFJ Charitable Foundation give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs WFJ Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alfred Washington (Director), Charles James (Director), Lasonjia James (Director) and Vondetta Faulk (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does WFJ Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.