Wolf Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wolf Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $101,820 in 64 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$101,820
- Number of grants64
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $92,110 the year before.
30% 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 | $92,110 | 61 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $101,820 | 64 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Wolf Family 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 Wolf Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 29 | $48,220 |
| Washington | 12 | $19,700 |
| Maryland | 2 | $6,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $5,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 2 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Relief Services | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Clean Water for Haiti | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Global Health Promise | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Northwest Family Services | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| The Laboure Society | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Peace Retreat Center | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Patrice Demmon | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| The Monks of Norcia Foundation | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Vancouver Ballet Folkorico | Donation to general fund | $3,000 |
| Los Ninos Primeros | Donation to general fund | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Grotto | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Mater Dei Radio | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Reverend Jim's Education Fund | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Save First Financial Wellness | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Schola Cantus Angelorum | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Students for Life | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Oregon Right to Life Education Foun | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Meals on Wheels People | Donation to general fund | $2,000 |
| Maronite Monks of Jesus Mary and Joseph | Donation to general fund | $2,000 |
| Clark County Food Bank | Donation to general fund | $1,500 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Donation to general fund | $1,500 |
| Archdiocese of Portland | Donation to general fund | $1,500 |
| 40 Days for Life | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Catholic Schools Endowment Foundati | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Center for the Rights of Abused Chi | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Christ the King | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Clackamas Woman's Services | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Feeding America | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Focus | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Vancouver Public Sch | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Northwest Housing Alternatives | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Northwest Pilot Project | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| RC Challenge | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Seminary Tea Committee | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Sophia Institute | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Woman's Rights Without Frontiers | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Chesterson Academy | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Ignite NW | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Jesuit Alumni Food Drive | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Teri Sykes
- Brian Wolf
Questions people ask
Does Wolf Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wolf Family Charitable Foundation give?
$101,820 in tax year 2024, across 64 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Wolf Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Teri Sykes (Director) and Brian Wolf (Director).
What does Wolf Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.