John and Janice Wyatt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Janice Wyatt Foundation is a private foundation in Fairfax, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $503,980 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $19,750 and the largest $120,000. 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$503,980
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$19,750
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$68,579
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $385,240 the year before.
54% 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 | $539,750 | 24 | $227,749 |
| 2024 | $385,240 | 13 | $153,524 |
| 2025 | $503,980 | 14 | $68,579 |
How to apply
John and Janice Wyatt 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What John and Janice Wyatt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 7 | $295,500 |
| Maryland | 6 | $145,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $63,480 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way Northern Shenandoah Valley | Campaign coordinator | $120,000 |
| Fairfax Futures | Grant to fund the curriculum implementation strategy | $90,000 |
| YMCA of the Chesapeake | Final year funding early learning readiness program pilot program | $65,000 |
| Individual | Grant strategies in dorchester county (board of education training initiative) | $63,480 |
| Cambridge Empowerment Center | To serve basic needs as well as social and recreational opportunities for the entire community | $50,000 |
| Healthy Families Northern Shenandoah Valley | Grant to fund birth to 5 initiative as part of resource center grant | $33,500 |
| Handley Regional Library System | Grant to fund birth to 5 initiative as part of family place library accreditation | $25,000 |
| Dorchester County Public Schools | Campaign for grade level reading support | $14,500 |
| Friends of Old Town | Grant for community-driven projects, historic preservation, local business support, and public art | $12,000 |
| Virginia Early Childhood Foundation | Funding of vecf early childhood funder's collaborative | $10,000 |
| Harvesting Hope Youth & Family Wellness | Reading socials | $8,000 |
| Moving Dorchester Forward | To bridge gaps to ensure all children and families in dorchester county thrive | $7,000 |
| Winchester Public Schools | Grant to fund campaign attendance competition program | $5,000 |
| Partners in Giving | Tutoring program | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Wyatt
- Janice Hilmoe-Wyatt
- Matt Wyatt
Questions people ask
Does John and Janice Wyatt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Janice Wyatt Foundation give?
$503,980 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $19,750.
Who runs John and Janice Wyatt Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John L Wyatt (President/Treasurer Until 05/25), Janice Hilmoe-Wyatt (Vice President/Secretary) and Matt Wyatt (Treasurer As of 05/25).
What does John and Janice Wyatt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and health.