The Wilhoit Foundation
Invitation OnlyGilbert, Arizona · EIN 86-1033226 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$160K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,750 and $15,000.
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
11% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $25,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $25,000 |
| Asu Foundation | Tempe, AZ | Program support | $15,000 |
| Betty Ford Alpine Gardens | Vail, CO | Program support | $15,000 |
| St Mary Magdalene | Gilbert, AZ | Program support | $12,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $5,000 |
| Diocese of Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $5,000 |
| Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund | New York, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| Robinson Ranch | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $3,750 |
| Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $3,750 |
| St Joseph the Worker | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $3,750 |
| The Foster Alliance | Phoenix, AZ | Program support | $3,750 |
| Aid to Women Center | Tempe, AZ | Program support | $3,000 |
| Chatting With Char Char | Tempe, AZ | Program support | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics | Goodyear, AZ | Program support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $160,000 | 17 |
| 2023 | $189,000 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542829349101604
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-1033226
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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