Daniel J and Amy S Willis Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 81-6937849 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$621K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$13.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
26% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Zoological Society | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $320,000 |
| International School of Indiana | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $100,000 |
| Central Indiana Land Trust | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $50,000 |
| IU Foundation | Bloomington, IN | To support general operations | $25,000 |
| Watson Rare Native Plant Preserve | Warren, TX | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Heritage Village Museum | Woodville, TX | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Adoptions of Indiana | Carmel, IN | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Harrison Center for the Arts Inc | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warrior | Jacksonville, FL | To support general operations | $10,000 |
| East Side Crusaders Lacrosse Club | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operation | $8,440 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $7,500 |
| FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $7,500 |
| EdChoice | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $5,000 |
| Vonnegut Museum | Indianapolis, IN | To support general operations | $5,000 |
| Arizona Council on Economic Education | Phoenix, AZ | To support general operations | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $620,940 | 15 |
| 2023 | $621,000 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 16, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533209349100118
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-6937849
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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