The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pearland, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $237,660 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$237,660
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$437,074
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was up from $135,500 the year before.
45% 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 | $263,600 | 18 | $525,464 |
| 2024 | $135,500 | 17 | $559,130 |
| 2025 | $237,660 | 20 | $437,074 |
How to apply
The William & Marie Wise 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 The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $134,160 |
| Colorado | 4 | $63,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sire | Support general mission and capital campaign | $65,000 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | To support and promote the mission of anderson ranch arts center | $30,000 |
| The Art Base | To support and promote art programs | $26,500 |
| Figgie Art Museum | Support education programs and promote the arts | $25,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal School | Promote education | $25,000 |
| St Anne Catholic Community | Promote education and support generations of faith capital campaign | $15,000 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital | Support the center for behavioral health | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundati | Support for the patient care | $10,000 |
| Lupus Research Alliance | To support and promote the mission of the lupus research alliance | $10,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Support colorado law dean's fund | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Support the college of arts and sciences | $5,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Support the glassell school of art | $2,280 |
| Roaring Fork Conservancy | Support the conservancy national council and the river center capital campaign | $2,000 |
| Neema International Fund | Fund for one primary school child for one year. | $1,500 |
| The Menil Collection | To support the programs and operations of the museum | $1,380 |
| The Joy School | Promote education and support the drive-in movie night | $1,000 |
| Ut MD Anderson Cancer Center | Support the blanton museum of art | $1,000 |
| Houston Center for Contemporary Cra | To support art programs | $1,000 |
| GHCF - Brittany Ann Hildebrand Fund | Support the mission of the brittany ann hildebrand fund for adhd prescription reform | $500 |
| River Oaks Country Club | Support education opportunities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marie Figgie Wise
- William A Wise
- Genevieve Wise Evans
Questions people ask
Does The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation give?
$237,660 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marie Figgie Wise (President), William A Wise (Vice President) and Genevieve Wise Evans (Executive Dir.).
What does The William & Marie Wise Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.