Ward Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ward Foundation is a private foundation in Altoona, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,050 in 19 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$27,050
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$769,092
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $35,325 the year before.
47% 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 | $42,750 | 29 | $707,301 |
| 2024 | $35,325 | 26 | $742,986 |
| 2025 | $27,050 | 19 | $769,092 |
How to apply
Ward 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 Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $27,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Operation Our Town | Human services | $5,000 |
| Aso | Arts | $3,500 |
| Mount Aloysius | Education | $3,000 |
| Blair County Historical Society | Educational | $2,500 |
| Urban Impact Foundation | Human services | $2,500 |
| Altoona Curve | Human services | $2,250 |
| Railroaders Memorial Museum | Arts | $2,000 |
| Altoona Ambucs | Human services | $1,000 |
| Blair County Arts Foundation | Arts | $1,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Monastery Gardens | Human services | $1,000 |
| Gactc | Education | $500 |
| Geeseytown Community Fire Company | Human services | $500 |
| We Care Foundation | Human services | $500 |
| Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department | Human services | $400 |
| St Andrews Academy | Education | $350 |
| Project Winter Warmth Inc | Human services | $300 |
| Bellwood Cub Scout Pack 28 | Human services | $250 |
| Newburg Fire Department | Human services | $250 |
| Lakemont Volunteer Fire Company | Human services | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- G William Ward
- Michael Ward
- William T Ward
Questions people ask
Does Ward Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ward Foundation give?
$27,050 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ward Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists G William Ward (Director), Michael Ward (Director) and William T Ward (Director).
What does Ward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and education.