Tom L Ward Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tom L Ward Family Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 11 | $639,368 |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 14 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Tom L 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 Tom L Ward Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 11 | $1.5 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $129,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Church | Support of a local church | $1.0 million |
| White Fields Inc | Support of the provision of safe housing to vulnerable families | $500,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Support medical research | $129,000 |
| Oklahoma Christian School | Support of christian education | $10,000 |
| Amayzing Impact - WGJH Ministries | Support life & relationship counseling services | $5,000 |
| Brumfield Cemetery | Cemetery maintenance | $1,000 |
| Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity | Support the provision of affordable homes for hardworking families | $1,000 |
| Childrens Heart Foundation | Support research for the diagnosis, treatment & prevention of congenital heart defects | $1,000 |
| CJD Foundation | Support families affected by creutzfeldt-jakob disease | $1,000 |
| International Reformed Baptist Seminary (Irbs) | Support of seminary for theological training | $1,000 |
| Jarold Callahan Lasting Legacy | Support of internships & scholarships | $1,000 |
| Richmond Country Church | Support of a church | $1,000 |
| The Roc Youth Program | Support youth by providing resources related to employment & education | $1,000 |
| Wings Special Needs Community | Support adults with developmental disabilities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tom L Ward
- Sch'ree D Ward
- John D Garrison
- Trent L Ward
Questions people ask
Does Tom L Ward Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tom L Ward Family Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Tom L Ward Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tom L Ward (Chairman), Sch'ree D Ward (Vice President), John D Garrison (Secretary) and Trent L Ward (President).
What does Tom L Ward Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and housing and homelessness.