Larry and Marianne Williams
Larry and Marianne Williams is a private foundation based in Boise, Idaho. In 2024, it made 46 grants totaling $2,807,125, with most grant dollars going to organizations in Idaho.
Larry and Marianne Williams at a glance
In short: Larry and Marianne Williams gave $2.8M across 46 grants in 2024 (avg $61K), mostly in Idaho. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,807,125
- +77.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 46
- +21.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $61,024
- +46.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $22,500
- Total assets
- $11,467,951
- +0.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Idaho (85% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Larry and Marianne Williams
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 8126, Boise, ID 83707-8126
Phone: (208) 377-0998
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Larry and Marianne Williams funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Boise State University ($750K). Together the top 10 received $2.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
115 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 72 grants of 115 (63%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 85% of grant dollars went to recipients in Idaho. Florida received 8% of grant dollars, while Arizona, Arkansas, and North Carolina each received 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 46 itemized grants.
Cities
How Larry and Marianne Williams gives
- 54% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 29% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 200% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $118K (2020) to $2.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 46 grants totaling $2.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boise State University Boise, ID | General Operating | $750,000 |
| Buena Vista Sports Academy Saint Johns, FL | General Operating | $225,000 |
| Greenleaf Friends Academy Greenleaf, ID | General Operating | $203,850 |
| Nampa Christian Schools Nampa, ID | General Operating | $200,000 |
| Love Inc of Treasure Valley Nampa, ID | General Operating | $125,000 |
| FJC Foundation of Idaho Nampa, ID | General Operating | $115,000 |
| College of Idaho Caldwell, ID | General Operating | $104,500 |
| Cole Valley Christian Schools Meridian, ID | General Operating | $100,000 |
| Idaho Family Policy Center Boise, ID | General Operating | $100,000 |
| The Ambrose School Meridian, ID | General Operating | $100,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,467,951 | $2,913,503 | $2,859,620 | $2,807,125 | 46 | $2,807,125 | $428,954 | $1,405,407 |
| 2023 | $11,414,068 | $368,539 | $1,627,063 | $1,579,342 | 38 | $1,579,342 | $318,290 | $572,597 |
| 2022 | $12,168,825 | $4,418,747 | $1,789,753 | $1,573,837 | 10 | $1,573,837 | $4,383,666 | $606,189 |
| 2021 | $9,749,739 | $5,677,865 | $2,259,317 | $2,173,000 | 14 | $2,174,079 | $5,424,574 | $316,482 |
| 2020 | $6,330,991 | $4,231,319 | $142,788 | $117,500 | 7 | — | $4,198,035 | $25,000 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Larry and Marianne Williams reported a distributable amount of $1.4M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants include support for educational institutions and organizations, as well as humanitarian and community-serving organizations.
Grantees describe their work in varied terms. Nampa Christian Schools says it is a biblically based learning community serving students from early childhood through high school. The Ambrose School describes its work as classical and Christian education from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Samaritan’s Purse says it provides spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, disasters, disease, and famine. Camp Rainbow Gold says it provides emotionally empowering experiences for Idaho children diagnosed with cancer and their families.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 46 grants totaling $2,807,125. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $750,000, with a median grant of $22,500. The largest grants included $750,000 to Boise State University, $225,000 to Buena Vista Sports Academy, $203,850 to Greenleaf Friends Academy, and $200,000 to Nampa Christian Schools. The listed grants were for general operating support.
Other 2024 recipients included Love Inc of Treasure Valley ($125,000), FJC Foundation of Idaho ($115,000), College of Idaho ($104,500), Cole Valley Christian Schools ($100,000), Idaho Family Policy Center ($100,000), The Ambrose School ($100,000), Saint Alphonsus ($98,000), and Lewis-Clark State College ($80,000). Samaritan’s Purse, Harding University, and Camp Rainbow Gold each received $50,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Larry Williams, Cory Williams, R. Todd Olszewski, Chad Johnson, and William Mulder as trustees. G. Brett Seward is also listed as a trustee, and Branden Rudd is listed as CEO.
Larry and Marianne Williams is led by Branden Rudd, CEO on every filing since 2023; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Branden Rudd
CEO
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Larry Williams
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chad Johnson
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cory Williams
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
G. Brett Seward
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
R. Todd Olszewski
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
William Mulder
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: US Bank (2020–2021) — Agent
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Larry and Marianne Williams
How much does Larry and Marianne Williams give each year?
Larry and Marianne Williams gave $2.8M across 46 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.6M across 38 grants.
What is Larry and Marianne Williams's typical grant size?
Larry and Marianne Williams's median grant in 2024 was $22,500, and its average grant was $61,024, across 46 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Larry and Marianne Williams give grants?
Larry and Marianne Williams gives mostly in Idaho: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boise, ID (11 grants), Nampa, ID (7 grants), Midvale, ID (5 grants) and Parma, ID (3 grants).
Does Larry and Marianne Williams give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Larry and Marianne Williams's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (46 of 46) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Larry and Marianne Williams's largest grantees?
Larry and Marianne Williams's largest 2024 grantees include Boise State University ($750,000), Buena Vista Sports Academy ($225,000) and Greenleaf Friends Academy ($203,850), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 42% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Larry and Marianne Williams?
Larry and Marianne Williams reported $11.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.8M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Larry and Marianne Williams fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants include support for educational institutions and organizations, as well as humanitarian and community-serving organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Larry and Marianne Williams?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Larry and Marianne Williams's EIN?
Larry and Marianne Williams's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-2029619. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Larry and Marianne Williams accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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