John & Susan Wilder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Susan Wilder Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,747 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$250,747
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$54.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $296,820 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $296,820 | 12 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $250,747 | 9 | $54.6 million |
How to apply
John & Susan Wilder 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 John & Susan Wilder Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $226,667 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,300 |
| Missouri | 1 | $8,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $780 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Park United Methodist Church | Religious | $150,000 |
| Cornerstone Church | Religious | $54,307 |
| High Soaring Eagle Center Inc | Community services | $10,300 |
| The Salvation Army | Community services | $10,300 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Inc | Education | $10,000 |
| Kids Across America | Community services | $8,000 |
| Gloster Baptist Church | Religious | $5,000 |
| Texas Resources Foundation | Community services | $2,060 |
| World Vision | Community services | $780 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles John Wilder Jr
- Susan A Wilder
- Janice E Wallace
- Charles D Roscopf
- Tristan Yopp
- Allison Wilder Cook
- Karen L Rios
Questions people ask
Does John & Susan Wilder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Susan Wilder Foundation give?
$250,747 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John & Susan Wilder Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles John Wilder Jr (Executive Chairman), Susan A Wilder (President), Janice E Wallace (Treasurer / Asst Corp Sec) and Charles D Roscopf (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does John & Susan Wilder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.