Western Wind Foundation
Historical FunderWilmington, Delaware · EIN 46-5138494 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | APPLICATIONS FOR WESTERN WIND FDN |
|---|---|
| Address | 1000 N West St Suite 1200, Wilmington DE 19801 |
| Phone | 8664035272 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OF INTRODUCTION, COPY OF MOST RECENT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, ORGANIZATIONAL BUDGET, PROPOSED PROJECT BUDGET, AND APPLICANT'S TAX EXEMPT LETTER FROM THE IRS. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
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 Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inland Empire Community Foundation | Coachella, CA | Economic Development, Infrastructure Support, Community Development | $128,000 |
| FIND Food Bank | Indio, CA | Food Assistance Programs | $50,000 |
| The Foundation for PSUSD | Palm Springs, CA | Program Grant- Education | $45,000 |
| The Chijnaya Foundation | Palm Springs, CA | Scholarships, Economic, and Water Projects | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs | Palm Springs, CA | Education | $20,000 |
| The LGBT Community Center of the Desert | Palm Springs, CA | Program grant - education | $15,000 |
| Capital & Main | Los Angeles, CA | Program Grant - Education | $12,500 |
| Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival | Palm Springs, CA | PROGRAM GRANT - Education Arts/ Cultural | $10,000 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA | Program grant - Education | $10,000 |
| Desert Aids Project | Palm Springs, CA | Program Grant - Health Community Development | $6,500 |
| Chicagoland Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade | Chicago, IL | Education | $6,000 |
| Caravanserai Project | Palm Springs, CA | Economic Development and Education | $5,000 |
| Maine Maritime Museum | Bath, ME | Program Grant - education | $5,000 |
| Wishes for Whitley | Edwardsville, IL | Health Assistance | $3,500 |
| Desert Ensemble Theatre Company Inc | Palm Springs, CA | Program Grant - Arts/Cultural | $2,500 |
| Broad Horizons Theatre Company Inc | New York City, NY | Program Grant - ARTS/CULTURAL | $2,500 |
| Modern Men Coachella Valley Men's Chorus | Palm Springs, CA | Program Grant - ARTS/CULTURE | $2,500 |
| No Salt Sailing | Chicago, IL | Program grant - education | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $349,250 | 18 |
| 2023 | $428,330 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543169349103409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-5138494
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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