Wilshire Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wilshire Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,500. 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$32,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,400 the year before.
73% 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 | $22,750 | 7 | $47,885 |
| 2024 | $26,400 | 6 | $100,675 |
| 2025 | $32,500 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
Wilshire 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $21,500 |
| Tennessee | 4 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth Stock Show Equine Schola | Donation | $10,500 |
| Texas Christion University | Donation | $5,000 |
| Kerr County Flood Relief Fund | Donation | $5,000 |
| Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate | Donation | $3,000 |
| Cancer Care Services | Donation | $2,500 |
| Tarrant County Food Bank | Donation | $1,500 |
| Safe Haven of Tarrant County | Womens shelter | $1,000 |
| Birville Baptist Church | Church | $1,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Casa of Tarrant County | Donation | $1,000 |
| Junior League of Fort Worth | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tayla Wilshire
- R B Rick Wilshire
Questions people ask
Does Wilshire Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilshire Foundation give?
$32,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Wilshire Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tayla Wilshire (President) and R B Rick Wilshire (Sec Treasurer).