AI Summary
The William M Wood Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within the foundations sector. In 2025, the foundation paid a total of $3.7 million across 19 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc
$1.5M
8%
PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND
$1.5M
8%
THE LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA INC
$1.3M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$175K
Median 2nd year grant
$250K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION?
Yes. WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION give?
WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Kentucky. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $175 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $3.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc, PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND, and THE LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WILLIAM M WOOD FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.