Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Oakley, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.3 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $3.8 million. 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$5.3 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$3.8 million
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.0 million the year before.
10% 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 | $5.0 million | 19 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $5.3 million | 21 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Rocky Woods Charitable 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 Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Utah. It also paid $85,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 10 | $4.8 million |
| Washington | 2 | $120,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $45,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Da | Annual support | $3.8 million |
| LDS Philanthropies | Support of public foundations that support and sustain higher educational institutions | $800,000 |
| Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation | Annual support | $100,000 |
| National Genealogical Society | Annual support | $100,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Institute | Annual support | $50,000 |
| Global Pediatric Alliance | Annual support | $45,000 |
| Maya Health Alliance | Annual support | $45,000 |
| Rare | Annual support | $40,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Annual support | $30,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Annual support | $30,000 |
| Northern Jaguar Project | Annual support | $25,000 |
| Ouelessebougou Alliance | Annual support | $25,000 |
| Libros Para Todos | Annual support | $25,000 |
| Manos Unidas International | Annual support | $20,000 |
| Africompassion USA | Annual support | $20,000 |
| Raptor Research Center - Bsu | Annual support | $15,000 |
| Empower Mali | Annual support | $15,000 |
| Ogden Nature Foundation | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Maliheh Free Clinic | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Bountiful Childrens Foundation | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Friends of Children Inc | Annual support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bryan Ward
- Kathy Ward
- Jon Ward
- Geoffrey Ward
- Mitchell Ward
- Audrey Ward
Questions people ask
Does Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation give?
$5.3 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bryan Ward (President), Kathy Ward (Vice President), Jon Ward (Trustee) and Geoffrey Ward (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Rocky Woods Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, health and youth programs.