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Est.

2021

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

Mission Statement

Ward's Foundation empowers families to manage the emotional and practical challenges that arise after a child is diagnosed with a rare disease. One in ten Americans will be diagnosed with a rare disease - 50% of these are children. And while the diseases themselves are unique, the struggles of a rare disease diagnosis are remarkably similar. We offer holistic support that helps families, their support network and medical professionals build a path forward.
Total Funding Given
$198.1K
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
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Atrium Health Foundation
Charlotte, NC
$407.9K
100%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$152.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$56.9K
C
Caroline Winslett
Board Member
N
Nicole Grenier
Board Member
M
Mary Lake Davidson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Wards Foundation?
No. Wards Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Wards Foundation give?
Wards Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina. 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 Wards Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Wards Foundation fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $153 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Wards Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Wards Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $198 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Wards Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Wards Foundation awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Atrium Health Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Wards Foundation?
Wards Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.