Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation is a private foundation, based in Lubbock, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $96K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 5 grants totaling $15K.
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation at a glance
In short: Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation gave $15K across 5 grants in 2026 (avg $3K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $14,660
- +4.2% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $2,932
- +4.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $1,020
- Total assets
- $96,136
- -14.0% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was South Plains Church of Christ ($11K). Together the top 5 received $15K.
Grant Size Distribution
29 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 29 grants of 29 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation gives
- Giving grew 32% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 267% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $8K (2022) to $17K (2021). In 2026 it made 5 grants totaling $15K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Plains Church of Christ Lubbock, TX | General Fund Use | $11,200 |
| Lubbock Christian Schools Lubbock, TX | General Fund Use | $2,000 |
| Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX | General Use Fund | $1,020 |
| Monterey Foundation Lubbock, TX | To Foundation to Help Fund Church Missions | $400 |
| Troop 575 Wolforth, TX | General Use | $40 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $96,136 | $47 | $15,760 | $14,660 | 5 | $14,660 | — | $5,498 |
| 2025 | $111,849 | $159 | $16,695 | $14,066 | 5 | $14,066 | — | — |
| 2024 | $128,385 | $-15,016 | $12,944 | $10,875 | 2 | $10,875 | — | $6,726 |
| 2023 | $156,435 | $-23,722 | $15,025 | $11,111 | 7 | $11,111 | — | $7,371 |
| 2022 | $208,779 | $15,671 | $16,442 | $7,843 | 10 | $7,843 | $7,072 | $10,184 |
| 2021 | $209,550 | $228,887 | $19,337 | $17,470 | 4 | — | — | $5,529 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's 2026 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Denise Wisdom
Director
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dennis Wisdom
Director
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Deanna Dawson
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation
How much does Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation give each year?
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation gave $15K across 5 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $14K across 5 grants.
What is Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's typical grant size?
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $1,020, and its average grant was $2,932, across 5 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation give grants?
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Lubbock, TX (4 grants).
Does Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 80% of Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (4 of 5) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's largest grantees?
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include South Plains Church of Christ ($11,200), Lubbock Christian Schools ($2,000) and Lubbock Christian University ($1,020), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 97% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation?
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation reported $96K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $15K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $5K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's EIN?
Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-4147696. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 19, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Live grants for the work Dennis and Denise Wisdom Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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