The Wilson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wilson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sandy, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $118,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $42,000. 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$118,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$42,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $118,000 the year before.
5% of its 2025 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 | $102,000 | 24 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $118,000 | 23 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $118,000 | 19 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
The Wilson 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 Wilson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 13 | $90,500 |
| Washington | 3 | $17,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $9,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University | To provide funds to scholarships, student development services and support for golf team's travel. | $42,000 |
| Skagit Community Foundation | To support endowments for libraries, parks, museums and scholarships in skagit valley. | $10,000 |
| U Give - Utah Men's Golf | To provide funds for travel, tournament fees and golfer development. | $8,000 |
| Wasatch Adaptive Sports | To encourage individuals with adaptive needs and their families to realize their potential. | $6,000 |
| Burlington-Edison High School Foundation | To provide continuing education scholarships. | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of America | To support children with critical illnesses. | $5,000 |
| Mission at the West Jordan Care Center | To support individuals with intellectual disabilities. | $5,000 |
| Olympus Dev Foundation-Refugee Scholarship | To provide scholarship for a graduating senior from a refugee family. | $5,000 |
| Rising Star Outreach | To help educate and treat leprosy afflicted families in india. | $5,000 |
| The Other Side Academy | To provide vocational and life skills to those determined to break their cycle of long-term criminality, substance abuse, and homelessness. | $5,000 |
| Academy for Creating Enterprise | To support empowering people in developing countries with principles that will place them firmly on the path of self-sufficiency. | $4,000 |
| Forever Young Foundation | To support children facing challenges. | $4,000 |
| Jordan Valley School | To support education needs of students living with severe disabilities. | $2,500 |
| The Sharing Place | To provide a safe and caring environment for grieving children, teens, and their families. | $2,500 |
| Bill Egbers Memorial Foundation | To support introducing youth to the game of golf | $2,000 |
| Salt Lake Donated Dental Clinic | To provide dental services for refugee families in the salt lake city area. | $2,000 |
| United We Pledge Foundation | To support the education of youth in american history and civics | $2,000 |
| Especially for Athletes | To support high school athletes to be socially responsible. | $1,500 |
| Mercury One | To help individuals develop skills through programs and provide aid to those in crisis. | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula G Wilson
- Craig Wilson
- Holly Crandall
- Wendy Hunter
- Kari Hull
- Keith Wilson
- Ali Cloward
- Cal Hunter
Questions people ask
Does The Wilson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wilson Family Foundation give?
$118,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Wilson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paula G Wilson (President), Craig Wilson (Secretary/Treasurer), Holly Crandall (Trustee) and Wendy Hunter (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Wilson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.