Wheeler Foundation
Accepts applications
Wheeler Foundation is a private foundation in Vancouver, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $890,200 in 66 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $85,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$890,200
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$20.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $934,283 the year before.
30% 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 | $813,000 | 62 | $17.1 million |
| 2024 | $934,283 | 74 | $18.0 million |
| 2025 | $890,200 | 66 | $20.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wheeler Foundation 900 Washington St Suite 900, Vancouver, WA 98660 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (360) 693-7442, wheelerfoundation@riverviewbank.com |
| What to submit | Letter stating purpose of grant and include a copy of 501C(3) determination letter |
| Restrictions | Cannot make grants to individuals-geographic area-Oregon |
What Wheeler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 58 | $771,700 |
| Arizona | 3 | $60,500 |
| Washington | 3 | $37,000 |
| California | 2 | $21,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fora Health Inc | Program support | $85,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | Charitable purpose of the | $35,000 |
| Oregon Historical Society | Program support | $35,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank | Program support | $30,000 |
| Albertina Kerr Centers | Program support | $25,000 |
| Nature Conservancy Oregon | Program support | $22,000 |
| Salmonberry Trail Foundation | Program support | $20,000 |
| Portland Youth Philharmonic | Program support | $17,000 |
| Oregon Museum of Science and Industry | Program support | $17,000 |
| Meals on Wheels People Att Chief Development Officer | Charitable purpose of the | $17,000 |
| Oregon Journalism Project | Program support | $15,000 |
| NW Association for Blind Athletes | Program support | $15,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy - Az Chapter | Program support | $15,000 |
| Trillium Family Services | Program support | $15,000 |
| Volunteers of America of Oregon Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| Impact NW | Program support | $15,000 |
| Providence St Vincent Med Foundation | Program support | $15,000 |
| Oregon Coast Aquarium | Program support | $15,000 |
| Clackamas Womens Services | Program support | $15,000 |
| Kinship House | Program support | $15,000 |
| Library Foundation Inc Serving the People of Multnomah County | Program support | $15,000 |
| De la Salle North Catholic Hs | Program support | $15,000 |
| Oregon State University Foundation | Charitable purpose of the | $15,000 |
| ALS Northwest | Program support | $13,000 |
| Friends of the Children-Portland | Program support | $12,500 |
| The Peaceful Presence Project | Program support | $12,000 |
| Youth Villages Oregon | Charitable purpose of the | $12,000 |
| Friends of the San Juans | Charitable purpose of the | $12,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Charitable purpose of the | $12,000 |
| Youth Rights & Justice | Program support | $12,000 |
| Friends of Trees | Program support | $12,000 |
| Dress for Success | Program support | $12,000 |
| Arizona Trail Association | Program support | $10,500 |
| Oswit Land Trust | Program support | $10,500 |
| Crystal Cove Conservancy | Charitable purpose of the | $10,500 |
| Sunshine Division | Program support | $10,000 |
| Joyrx | Program support | $10,000 |
| Reading Results | Program support | $10,000 |
| Morrison Child and Family Services | Program support | $10,000 |
| Schoolhouse Supplies Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Wheeler
- Charles B Wheeler
- Thomas K Wheeler
Questions people ask
Does Wheeler Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Wheeler Foundation give?
$890,200 in tax year 2025, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs Wheeler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Wheeler (Director), Charles B Wheeler (Director) and Thomas K Wheeler (Director).
What does Wheeler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and health.