The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. In its 2024 filing, it reported giving $1,031,530 through 13 grants to charitable organizations in Utah, Hawaii, and Washington.
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation at a glance
In short: The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation gave $1.0M across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $79K), mostly in Utah. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,031,530
- +50.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- -18.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $79,348
- +85.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $34,750,649
- +21.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Utah (92% 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 The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: Foundation Source 501 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809-1377
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints ($330K). Together the top 10 received $919K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($110,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
46 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 29 grants of 46 (63%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grants went to recipients in Utah, Hawaii, and Washington. Utah accounted for 92% of grant dollars, Hawaii 5%, and Washington 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation gives
- 69% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 107% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 71% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 $175K (2020) to $1.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $1.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Salt Lake Cty, UT | church fund, general humanitarian aid fund, and BYU-Pathway Worldwide | $330,000 |
| Friends of the Coalition Provo, UT | operations and mortgage fund | $275,000 |
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $110,000 |
| Friends of Switchpoint Inc Saint George, UT | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Scenicview Academy Inc Provo, UT | scholarship fund, work internship program, and building capital repairs fund | $100,000 |
| Brigham Young University-Hawaii Laie, HI | BYU-H Hospitality program and BYU-H iWork program | $45,000 |
| Eagles Wings Coordinated Care Bremerton, WA | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Utah Metropolitan Ballet Lindon, UT | performance(s) fund for families affected by autism | $18,000 |
| Brigham Young University Provo, UT | the Rheumatic Relief Student Aid Fund | $10,000 |
| Utah Regional Housing Corporation Provo, UT | Bonneville hotel project | $10,000 |
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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 | $34,750,649 | $7,814,114 | $1,682,350 | $1,031,530 | 13 | $1,087,365 | $1,235,945 | $1,522,657 |
| 2023 | $28,618,885 | $7,936,573 | $1,055,907 | $685,870 | 16 | $732,220 | $1,651,680 | $1,141,295 |
| 2022 | $21,738,219 | $6,609,716 | $517,144 | $210,000 | 5 | $247,695 | $228,011 | $914,493 |
| 2021 | $15,645,647 | $6,261,324 | $689,606 | $499,000 | 10 | $527,225 | $158,557 | $590,098 |
| 2020 | $10,073,929 | $9,837,384 | $187,291 | $175,000 | 2 | — | $90,734 | $68,354 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.5M 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 supported a range of recipient organizations and purposes, including homelessness and low-income services, education and scholarships, autism-related programs, housing, and arts activities. These reflect the grantees’ work and the purposes listed for grants, not a stated mission of the foundation.
Friends of the Coalition describes its work as providing meals, shelter, rental aid, work training, dental care, and other services to homeless and low-income populations. Friends of Switchpoint says it operates a homeless shelter, community food pantry, and resource center for people seeking employment. Utah Regional Housing Corporation says it provides housing to low-income families in Provo. ScenicView Academy describes its mission as helping individuals with learning disabilities lead independent and fulfilling lives. Utah Valley University Foundation says it raises funds for student scholarships and university program development. Utah Metropolitan Ballet says it brings ballet to audiences, educates the community about dance, and offers participation opportunities for all ages.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 13 grants totaling $1,031,530. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $330,000, with a median grant of $25,000.
Among its largest 2024 grants were $330,000 to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for a church fund, general humanitarian aid fund, and BYU-Pathway Worldwide; $275,000 to Friends of the Coalition for operations and a mortgage fund; and $110,000 to Utah Valley University Foundation for programs and scholarships, including support for students in the Passages program and the Wolverines Elevated program. It also awarded $100,000 each to Friends of Switchpoint for general and unrestricted purposes and ScenicView Academy for scholarships, a work internship program, and building capital repairs.
Other listed 2024 grants included $45,000 to Brigham Young University–Hawaii for its Hospitality and iWork programs, $25,000 to Eagles Wings Coordinated Care for general and unrestricted purposes, and $18,000 to Utah Metropolitan Ballet for performances for families affected by autism.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Kasondra W Hurst, Tiffany W Merrill, Bryan S Wood, and Christopher J Wood as trustees.
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bryan S Wood
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Christopher J Wood
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kasondra W Hurst
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tiffany W Merrill
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation
How much does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation give each year?
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation gave $1.0M across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $686K across 16 grants.
What is The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's typical grant size?
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $79,348, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation give grants?
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation gives mostly in Utah: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Hawaii (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Provo, UT (4 grants) and Laie, HI (2 grants).
Does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 31% of The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (4 of 13) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's largest grantees?
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints ($330,000), Friends of the Coalition ($275,000) and Friends of Switchpoint Inc ($100,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($110,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation?
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation reported $34.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.5M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants supported a range of recipient organizations and purposes, including homelessness and low-income services, education and scholarships, autism-related programs, housing, and arts activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's EIN?
The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 77-0711206. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Brent and Kathryn Wood Foundation 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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