The Wilson Foundation
Invitation OnlyDallas, Texas · EIN 95-4400754 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.1M
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$14.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $43,722.
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
85% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham, NC | Education including scholarships | $800,152 |
| AIDS Research Foundation (Amfar) | New York, NY | Research for the cure to end AIDS | $60,000 |
| Nasher Sculpture Center | Dallas, TX | Advancing the public's appreciation of the arts | $51,333 |
| Tate Americas Foundation | New York, NY | Advancing the public's appreciation of the arts | $43,722 |
| Children's Diabetes Foundation | Aurora, CO | The Children's Diabetes Foundation is the fundraising arm of the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, focusing on patient support, diabetes… | $25,000 |
| The Tiny Miracles Foundation | Darien, CT | Helping families of infants born prematurely | $20,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | To support education through research and teaching that shapes engaged citizens and future leaders who positively impact their communities… | $13,500 |
| Alliance High School Foundation of Alliance Ohio | Alliance, OH | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Near and Far Animal Foundation Inc | staten island, NY | To support for animal and rescuer in need | $10,000 |
| Christ and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church | Westport, CT | Charitable contribution | $7,000 |
| Council for Canadian American Relations | New York, NY | Advancing the public's appreciation of the arts | $5,000 |
| Judith Center | Los Angeles, CA | To support addressing the urgent need for equitable gender representation in American culture and various professional fields | $5,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation Inc | Virginia Beach, VA | To support strenght, for the warriors, veterans, and families of naval special warfare | $5,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation | Chagrin Falls, OH | To support connecting CEOs and business leaders with top hospitals and doctors to provide fast access to world-class care and increase… | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,060,707 | 14 |
| 2023 | $578,916 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543159349102409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4400754
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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