The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $498,055 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $15,500 and the largest $52,500. 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$498,055
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$15,500
- Largest grant$52,500
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $470,817 the year before.
11% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $410,000 | 24 | $8.7 million |
| 2023 | $470,817 | 23 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $498,055 | 26 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
The Vern and Marva Wolcott 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 The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 26 | $498,055 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald McDonald House | Program support | $52,500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Salt Lake Community College | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Sandy Club | Program support | $40,000 |
| Primary Children's Medical | Program support | $25,000 |
| Shriner's Children's Hospital | Program support | $25,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $25,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $25,000 |
| Giant Steps Wasatch Behavioral Heal | Program support | $25,000 |
| Rise Up School of Dance | Program support | $25,000 |
| Utah Food Bank | Program support | $20,205 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Program support | $20,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $16,000 |
| Crossroads Urban Center | Program support | $15,000 |
| Eye Care for Kids | Program support | $15,000 |
| Hogle Zoo | Program support | $10,000 |
| Helping Kids With Cancer | Program support | $10,000 |
| Danielle Byron Henry Migraine Fdn | Program support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $10,000 |
| Blowishes for Emily | Program support | $7,500 |
| National Ms Society of Utah | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Stand 4 Kind | Program support | $1,350 |
| Utah International Charter School | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Darrel Trost
Questions people ask
Does The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation give?
$498,055 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $15,500.
Who runs The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Darrel Trost (Secretary).
What does The Vern and Marva Wolcott Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.