The Wilkens Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wilkens Family Foundation is a private foundation in Stowe, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.7 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $72,335 and the largest $457,233. 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$3.7 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$72,335
- Largest grant$457,233
- Assets$95.8 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
28% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 29 | $49.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 29 | $58.8 million |
| 2025 | $3.7 million | 39 | $95.8 million |
How to apply
The Wilkens 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 Wilkens Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 10 | $741,801 |
| Vermont | 12 | $741,800 |
| Florida | 9 | $681,800 |
| Illinois | 1 | $457,233 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $416,800 |
| Iowa | 1 | $210,418 |
| Maine | 1 | $206,022 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $150,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $60,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $43,126 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding America | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $457,233 |
| Partners in Health | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $325,000 |
| The American Red Cross | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $210,418 |
| Northern New England Salvation Army | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $206,022 |
| The Friendly House | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $197,335 |
| Juliette's House | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $154,667 |
| Capstone Community Action Inc | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| Jenna's Promise | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $125,000 |
| Spectrum Inc | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Education Foundation of Palm Beach County Inc | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $92,500 |
| Lords Place Inc | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $92,500 |
| Palm Beach County Literacy Coalition Inc | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $92,500 |
| YWCA of Palm Beach County | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $92,500 |
| Salvation Army of Hyannis | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $91,800 |
| Vermont Foodbank | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $85,000 |
| Salvation Army of PB County | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $80,000 |
| United Way of Palm Beach County | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $80,000 |
| Lamoille Restorative Center | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $75,000 |
| Raphael House of Portland | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $72,335 |
| Transitions Projects of Portland Oregon | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $72,335 |
| Northwest Family Services | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $67,001 |
| Lamoille Family Center | Restricted to support for dulce | $66,800 |
| Rose Haven | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $65,374 |
| Education FDTN of Martin County | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| NAMI of Palm Beach County | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $55,000 |
| Lamoille Housing Partnership | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| House of Ruth | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $43,126 |
| Place of Hope Inc | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $36,800 |
| Tuality Healthcare Foundation | Salus program | $29,667 |
| Yamhill Community Action Partnership | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $29,667 |
| Breast Friends | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $28,420 |
| Hunger Fighters | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Central VT Council on Aging | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Mid VT Community FDTN | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| North Central Vermont Recovery Center | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Rural Community Transportation | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Dismas of Vermont | An unrestricted grant to further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Wilkens III
- Stephen M Wilkens
- Daniel P Wilkens
- David T Wilkens
- Sandra G Wilkens
- Karen C Wilkens
- Molly A Pindell
Questions people ask
Does The Wilkens Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wilkens Family Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $72,335.
Who runs The Wilkens Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Wilkens III (President), Stephen M Wilkens (Vice President), Daniel P Wilkens (Secretary) and David T Wilkens (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Wilkens Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and food and hunger.