Ward Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ward Foundation is a private foundation in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $252,293 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$252,293
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $171,970 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $238,451 | 34 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $171,970 | 29 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $252,293 | 37 | $4.8 million |
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
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $57,000 |
| Maine | 4 | $35,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $27,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $25,793 |
| Maryland | 6 | $24,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $20,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | Further relatedprograms | $26,000 |
| Good Sports | Further relatedprograms | $26,000 |
| Jackson County Library Foundation | Further relatedprograms | $15,000 |
| CureSearch L McGuire Legacy Fund | Further relatedprograms | $13,000 |
| Ashland Community Food Bank | Further relatedprograms | $10,793 |
| Luke McGuire Memorial Scholarship | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Luke McGuire Memorial Scholarship | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Luke McGuire Memorial Scholarship | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Camp Ta-Kum-Ta | Further relatedprograms | $10,000 |
| Camp One Step | Further related programs | $10,000 |
| Camp Can Do | Further relatedprograms | $10,000 |
| Camp Sunshine | Further relatedprograms | $10,000 |
| Caring Unlimited | Further relatedprograms | $10,000 |
| Camp Sunshine | Further relatedprograms | $10,000 |
| Blossburg Memorial Library | Further relatedprograms | $5,500 |
| Hephzibah Childrens Home | Further currentprograms | $5,000 |
| Luke McGuire Memorial Scholarship | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Luke McGuire Memorial Scholarship | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Further relatedprograms | $5,000 |
| Lovin Spoonful | Further relatedprograms | $5,000 |
| Sacopee Valley Health Center | Further relatedprograms | $5,000 |
| Serve & Return Chicago | Further relatedprograms | $4,000 |
| So Other's Might Eat (SOME) | Further currentprograms | $3,500 |
| Wider Circle | Further relatedprograms | $3,500 |
| Barrett Township Fire Dept | Further relatedprograms | $3,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Further relatedprograms | $3,000 |
| Centro Tepeyac | Further relatedprograms | $2,500 |
| Mercy Health Clinic | Further relatedprograms | $2,500 |
| Friendship Place | Further relatedprograms | $2,000 |
| Our Lady of Mercy Church | Further relatedprograms | $2,000 |
| American Cancer Society Bucket List Bash | Further relatedprograms | $2,000 |
| Barrett Economic Development Corp | Further relatedprograms | $2,000 |
| Beyond Hunger | Further relatedprograms | $1,500 |
| Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare | Further relatedprograms | $1,500 |
| Archdiocese of Washington | Further relatedprograms | $1,000 |
| St Matthew's House | Further relatedprograms | $1,000 |
| Naples Zoo | Further relatedprograms | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia A Ward-McGuire
- Marjorie A Ward
- Kathryn A Ward-O'Malley
- Joseph P Ward
- Thomas M Owlett
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?
$252,293 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ward Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia A Ward-McGuire (Trustee), Marjorie A Ward (Trustee), Kathryn A Ward-O'Malley (Trustee) and Joseph P Ward (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.