Van Riper-Woodard Family Foundation Inc
Historical FunderCarmel, Indiana · EIN 35-1939970 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,200 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | TURNER J R WOODARD |
|---|---|
| Address | 1030 SOUTH RANGELINE ROAD SUITE 300, CARMEL IN 46032 |
| Phone | 3174887373 |
| TJRW@TURNERJAMESINVESTMENTS.COM | |
| Form and materials | WE ACCEPT REQUESTS FOR CONTRIBUTIONS ONLY FROM 501(C)3 APPROVED CHARITIES. |
| Deadlines | ONLY REQUESTS RECEIVED BY SEPTEMBER 1 WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR A CALENDAR YEAR. |
| Restrictions | CHARITABLE GIFTS ARE GENERALLY LIMITED TO A MAXIMUM OF $10,000 AND ARE MOST COMMONLY IN THE $1,000 TO $2,500 RANGE. |
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
3% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Landmarks | Indianapolis, IN | Rescue party sponsorship | $100,000 |
| Indy Jazz Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Sponsorship | $21,000 |
| Indyhumane | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $8,700 |
| Indianapolis Zoological Society | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $6,000 |
| Carmel Civility Foundation Inc | Carmel, IN | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Cruise Indy | Carmel, IN | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Heartland Film Festival | Indianapolis, IN | Sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Ims Museum Foundation Inc | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Film Project | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Stutz Artist Association | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Indiana University Health Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Rev event sponsorship | $3,600 |
| Friends of Indy Animals | Indianapolis, IN | Sponsorship | $2,500 |
| Indianapolis Colts Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Kicking the stigma donation | $2,500 |
| Indianapolis Garden Club | Indianapolis, IN | Peony sponsorship | $2,500 |
| New Song Mission | Freetown, IN | Unrestricted donation | $2,500 |
| Park Tudor School | Indianapolis, IN | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Random Acts of Flowers | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,600 |
| Carmel Education Foundation | Carmel, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,400 |
| Oaks Academy | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,320 |
| Onezone Chamber | Fishers, IN | Golf sponsorship | $1,250 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,205 |
| Indianapolis Art Center | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,200 |
| Poland Community Lions Club | Poland, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,200 |
| St Francis In-The-Fields Episcopal Church | Zionsville, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,200 |
| The Store House Food Pantry | Speedway, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,200 |
| Wfyi | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,200 |
| Firefly Children & Family Alliance | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Hope International | Lancaster, PA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Rhi Sports Program | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $196,575 | 29 |
| 2024 | $333,660 | 50 |
| 2023 | $338,429 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631349349102543
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-1939970
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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