Fred B and Opal S Woosley Foundation Inc
Historical FunderLouisville, Kentucky · EIN 61-1104319 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$742K
Organizations funded46
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$8.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | FORD KLAPHEKE MEYER |
|---|---|
| Address | 231 S FIFTH ST 2ND FLOOR, LOUISVILLE KY 40202 |
| Phone | 5025842134 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS FOR CONTRIBUTIONS ARE SUBMITTED IN THE FORM OF A LETTER BY QUALIFYING CHARITIES. THE LETTER OF SUBMISSION HAS NO PARTICULAR REQUIREMENTS OTHER THAN SIMPLY STATING THE PURPOSE OF THEIR ORGANIZATION AND A GENERAL IDEA OF HOW THE FUNDS WOULD BE USED. |
| Deadlines | NOVEMBER 30TH |
| Restrictions | AWARDS ARE PRIMARILY FOR ASSISTANCE TO THE POOR AND ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN AND SCHOOL RELATED ACTIVITIES. ALL SUBMISSIONS ARE GIVEN CONSIDERATION. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Heritage Council Bsa | Louisville, KY | Public support | $35,000 |
| Gilda's Club | Louisville, KY | Public support | $30,000 |
| Home of the Ionnocents | Louisville, KY | Public support | $30,000 |
| Little Sistrers of the Poor | Lousville, KY | Public support | $30,000 |
| Blessings in a Backpack | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Cabbage Patch Settlement House3 | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Carole's Kitchen | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Education Fdn | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of Louisville | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Merideth -Dunn School | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| New Life Directions Ministries | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Second Hope Ministries | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Visually Impaired Preschool Inc | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Yew Dell Botanical Gardens | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| YMCA Camp Piomingo | Louisville, KY | Public support | $25,000 |
| Bellarmine University | Louisville, KY | Publc support | $20,000 |
| Paws With Purpose | Louisville, KY | Public support | $20,000 |
| The Queen's Daughters | Louisville, KY | Public support | $20,000 |
| Wings of Refuge | Louisville, KY | Public support | $20,000 |
| Cure Cf Inc | Louisville, KY | Public support | $15,000 |
| Nativity Academy at Sint Boniface | Louisville, KY | Public support | $15,000 |
| The Book Spot Bus Inc | Louisville, KY | Public support | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers & Sisters | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Casa of the River Region | Louisville, KY | Public support. | $10,000 |
| Casa Shelby County | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Down Syndrome of Louisville Inc | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Kiwanis Club | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Louisville Leopard Percusionist | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| St James Catholic Schools | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| St John Center | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Stormhaven Youth Ranch | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Workwell Industries | Louisville, KY | Public support | $10,000 |
| Archdiocese of Louisville | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Awake Ministries | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Kentuckiana | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Family Foundation | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| House of Ruth | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse Promise Inc | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Opertion Warm | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| The Prisoner's Hope | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Upside Therapeutic Riding Inc | Louisville, KY | Public support | $5,000 |
| Radio Eye | Louisville, KY | Public support | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $742,000 | 46 |
| 2024 | $687,000 | 49 |
| 2023 | $667,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631329349100428
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 61-1104319
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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