Wheaton Foundation
Invitation OnlyJackson, Mississippi · EIN 20-3040364 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $9,600 and $99,840.
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
9% of grants went outside Mississippi.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eternal Light Ministries | IN | Mark taylor misc | $726,271 |
| Club 1040 Project Lebanon | LE | Club 1040 project lebanon | $480,000 |
| Afrika Wa Yesu | Ridgeland, MS | Contributions | $463,605 |
| Amistad Cristiana Contributions | SP | Contributions | $130,000 |
| Breaking Cycles | Jackson, MS | Sumpango church contribution | $99,840 |
| Faithful Few Ministries | JM | Direct program expenses | $84,000 |
| Soul Purpose Ministries | IN | Direct program expenses | $60,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Ridgeland, MS | Direct program expenses | $52,000 |
| Lighthouse Global Ministries | AS | Donations to ministries | $35,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Jackson, MS | Direct program expenses | $25,000 |
| Kinder & Streets | Ridgeland, MS | Contributions | $18,000 |
| Southern Christian Services | Jackson, MS | Direct program expenses | $10,000 |
| Hartfield Academy | Flowood, MS | Direct program expenses | $9,600 |
| East Rankin Academy | Jackson, MS | Direct program expenses | $6,215 |
| Point Loma Nazarene University | San Diego, CA | Direct program expenses | $1,963 |
| Jackson Prep | Jackson, MS | Direct program expenses | $1,500 |
| Ballet Magnificat | Jackson, MS | Cassandra- shoes | $1,100 |
The return also lists 8 grants to individuals ($116,100). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,320,194 | 25 |
| 2023 | $2,176,879 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533159349102438
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3040364
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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