Quick Summary
Name: Marie C. and Joseph C. Wilson Foundation Inc. Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $945,055 (2023) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | $35,000 (approximate, based on 27 awards in 2023) |
| Application Method | Invitation Only (requires code from Executive Director) |
Contact Details
Website: https://wilsonfdn.org/
Email: info@wilsonfdn.org
Phone: (585) 461-4696
Address: 389 Gregory St., #3, Rochester, NY 14620
Geographic Focus
Rochester, New York (exclusive focus on local organizations)
Funding Priorities
- Housing Stability: Programs that increase stable housing for youth and families in poverty
- Trauma-Informed Practices: Organizations implementing trauma-informed approaches
- Upward Mobility from Poverty: Initiatives supporting youth and families to overcome poverty
- Grassroots and Community Power Building: Support for organizations building power for marginalized groups
What They Don't Fund
- Individuals
- Partisan political organizations
- Lobbying activities (as defined by IRS rules)
- Organizations outside Rochester, NY
- Non-501(c)(3) organizations (limited to eligible non-profits)
Application Method
Grant proposals require access code from the Executive Director (Rachel Sherman) to access the online grants portal. Proposals can be written or video format. This is effectively an invitation-only process - prospective grantees must contact the Executive Director to initiate the application process. Grant recipients are required to maintain accurate records and typically submit progress reports approximately one year after the grant start date.
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