Wahl Fade It Forward Foundation
Historical FunderSterling, Illinois · EIN 92-2877319 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,170 and $17,240.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2023):
| Contact | WAHL CLIPPER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 2900 N LOCUST ST, STERLING IL 61081 |
| Phone | 8155488304 |
| WOESSNER@WAHLCLIPPER.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION FORM SUBMITTED TO SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE-COPY OF FORM AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | FADE IT FORWARD PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS AND MENTORING OPPORTUNITIES FOR APPLICANTS WHO SHOW A GENUINE INTEREST IN BEING A BARBER. APPLICANTS WITH DEMONSTRATED FINANCIAL NEED SHALL BE CONSIDERED FOR A FULL OR PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIP TO ATTEND A FADE IT FORWARD PARTNERED BARBER SCHOOL. APPLICANTS FROM UNDERSERVED AREAS OF THE COMMUNITY WILL BE PRIORITIZED. APPLICANTS WHO HAVE TAKEN STEPS ON THEIR OWN TO ATTEND OR TRY TO ATTEND BARBER SCHOOL WILL BE PRIORITIZED. APPLICANTS MUST BE A HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE OR HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL GED. APPLICANTS SHOULD BE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 18-24. THOSE OLDER THAN 24 MAY BE CONSIDERED ON A CASE-BY- CASE BASIS. |
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allstate Barber and Beauty College | Clevland, OH | College tuition and mentoring | $20,976 |
| Texas Barber College | Houston, TX | College tuition and mentoring | $17,240 |
| California Barber and Beuaty College | San Diego, CA | College tuition and mentoring | $15,243 |
| Kerratin Barber College | Clevland, OH | College tuition and mentoring | $15,170 |
| St Charles Barber College | St Charles, MO | College tuition and mentoring | $8,864 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($8,200). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $85,693 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Nov 14, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202403199349104240
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 92-2877319
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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