The Erickson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Erickson Foundation is a private foundation in Parkersburg, West Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,994 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$71,994
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $127,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $125,000 | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $127,000 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $71,994 | 5 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Erickson 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 5 | $71,994 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wvup Foundation | Faculty chair in entrepreneurship | $50,000 |
| Wood Co Boe | Baseball stadium parkersburg south | $15,694 |
| Wing 2 Wing Foundation | Women warriors summit | $5,000 |
| Wvu Foundation - West Virginia Univ | Alumni association | $1,000 |
| Downtown PKB | Revitalizing downtown parkersburg | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathy G Eddy
- Laurie A Erickson
Questions people ask
Does The Erickson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Erickson Foundation give?
$71,994 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Erickson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathy G Eddy (Trustee) and Laurie A Erickson (Trustee).