The Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation is a private foundation in Lander, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $218,150 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,050. 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$218,150
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,050
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,250 the year before.
56% 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 | $33,750 | 7 | $13.0 million |
| 2024 | $101,250 | 13 | $14.8 million |
| 2025 | $218,150 | 18 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
The Lillian Sherwood Griswold 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 Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $70,050 |
| Vermont | 1 | $50,000 |
| Wyoming | 4 | $46,000 |
| New York | 2 | $27,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $8,600 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hitching Post Ministries | Charitable purpose | $50,050 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Lander Community Foundation | Charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Barnard College | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Reach Education Inc | Charitable purpose | $8,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | Charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Okano's Gift | Charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Ipas | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Chelsea's Fund | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| California Inclusive Sailing | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Victoria Elementary PTA | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Back on My Feet | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Climb Wyoming | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| March of Dimes | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Surfer's Healing Foundation Inc | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Global Pearls Inc | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Wintergreen Adaptive Sports | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Circle of Hope Healthcare Services | Charitable purpose | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Megan Griswold
- Michelle L Escudero
Questions people ask
Does The Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation give?
$218,150 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Megan Griswold (President / Treasurer) and Michelle L Escudero (Secretary).
What does The Lillian Sherwood Griswold Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.