Woodward Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Woodward Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,750 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $4,000. 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$31,750
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$699,459
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,400 the year before.
8% 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 | $27,700 | 12 | $586,757 |
| 2024 | $29,400 | 13 | $648,094 |
| 2025 | $31,750 | 12 | $699,459 |
How to apply
Woodward Foundation Inc 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 Woodward Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $13,250 |
| Virginia | 6 | $11,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Judicial Watch | Educational | $4,000 |
| Independent Medical Alliance | Health | $4,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Educational Programs | $4,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Educational | $3,000 |
| Children's Health Defense | Childrens Health | $3,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | Educational | $2,500 |
| Virginia Home for Boys and Girls | Boys and Girls Welfare | $2,500 |
| Regent University Regent University Advancement ADM 128 | Educational | $2,500 |
| Network of Enlightened Wome | Educational | $2,250 |
| The Virginia Home | Residential Care for the Disabled | $2,000 |
| Virginia Special Olympics | Sports Programs for the Disabled | $1,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | Fine Arts Museum | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol D Woodward
Questions people ask
Does Woodward Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Woodward Foundation Inc give?
$31,750 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Woodward Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol D Woodward (Pres, Secy, Treas VP Director).
What does Woodward Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.