Wilson - Wood Foundation Inc
Historical FunderNokomis, Florida · EIN 59-2243926 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$450K
Organizations funded29
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$14.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SUSAN WOOD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
|---|---|
| Address | 2283 HARRIER WAY, NOKOMIS FL 34275 |
| Phone | 9414846549 |
| WWFND@VERIZON.NET | |
| Form and materials | A SHORT (1-2 PAGE) LETTER SHOULD BE WRITTEN CONTAINING OFFICIAL NAME & PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION, BRIEF DESC. & TIMETABLE OF PROJECTS, TOTAL EST. COST OF PROJ. & TENTATIVE SUPPORT SOUGHT. PROVIDE COPY OF TAX EXEMPT LETTER. PROVIDE MOST RECENT AUDIT AND 990 TAX RETURN. |
| Deadlines | LETTERS WITH ABOVE MUST BE MAILED BEFORE JUNE. |
| Restrictions | ONLY U.S. ORGS. WITH 501(C)3 AND 509 (A)(1), OR (2) STATUS CONSIDERED. NOT CONSIDERED ARE PROPOSALS FOR ENDOWMENT FUNDS, TRAVEL PROJECTS, SURVEYS FUND RAISING COSTS, RESEARCH, PROPOSALS FROM OTHER PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS, MULTIPLE YEAR, REQUESTS FOR EMERGENCY FUNDS TO ELIMINATE EXISTING DEFICITS. REQUESTS FROM NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS ONLY IF FOR PROGRAMS ON A LOCAL LEVEL. |
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
0% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Assisted and Supported Living Inc | Sarasota, FL | Community based family support | $30,000 |
| Academy at Glengary Inc | Sarasota, FL | Transportation assistance program | $25,000 |
| Community Coalition on Homelessness Corp | Bradenton, FL | Prescription assistance program | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee Inc | Bradenton, FL | Adult day respite programs/facility upgrades | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army of Sarasota County | Sarasota, FL | Salary increases for employee retention | $25,000 |
| Laurel Civic Association Inc | Laurel, FL | Upgrade program technology | $20,000 |
| Literacy Council of Sarasota Inc | Sarasota, FL | Adult/Family literacy program | $20,000 |
| Neuro Challenge Foundation Inc | Sarasota, FL | Parkinsons program support | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast Inc | Venice, FL | Mentoring center program support | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County Inc | Bradenton, FL | Teen programs | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and Desoto Counties Inc | Sarasota, FL | Scholarship support for roy mcbean | $15,000 |
| Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc | Sarasota, FL | Children's therapy program | $15,000 |
| Exchange Club Family Partnership Center of Manatee County Inc | Bradenton, FL | Parent education program | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Sarasota Inc | Sarasota, FL | Hvacs for critical home repair program | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services of the Suncoast Inc | Sarasota, FL | Counseling services | $15,000 |
| Manatee Children's Services Inc | Bradenton, FL | Parent support group | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Sarasota Inc | Sarasota, FL | Meal service program | $15,000 |
| Safe Children Coalition Inc | Sarasota, FL | Hippy program | $15,000 |
| Tidewell Foundation Inc | Sarasota, FL | Grief support services | $15,000 |
| Child Protection Center Inc | Sarasota, FL | Children/Families supervised visitation | $10,000 |
| Children First Inc | Sarasota, FL | Comprehensive services for children/families | $10,000 |
| Florida Center for Early Childhood Inc | Sarasota, FL | Developmental therapy program | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Dreams Inc | Bradenton, FL | Camperships for children with special needs | $10,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County | Sarasota, FL | Scholarships for girls/family strengthening | $10,000 |
| Mana-Sota Lighthouse for the Blind Inc | Sarasota, FL | Assistive technology program | $10,000 |
| Senior Friendship Centers Inc | Sarasota, FL | Caregiver resource classes | $10,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc | Palmetto, FL | Military vets/service dogs match | $10,000 |
| Womens Resource Center of Manatee Inc | Bradenton, FL | South county program support | $10,000 |
| Forty Carrots of Sarasota Inc | Sarasota, FL | Parent education | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $450,000 | 29 |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 30 |
| 2023 | $450,000 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630689349100518
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-2243926
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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