The Wadhams Family Foundation

ANN ARBOR, MI EIN: 47-4718116

The Wadhams Family Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) grantmaking foundation based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Established in 2016, the foundation operates as an independent private foundation dedicated to making grants to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Financial Overview

From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

$13.7M

-9.9% YoY

Annual Giving

$1.0M

+2.3% YoY

Grant Count

-11.8% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$67K

+15.9% YoY

Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Wadhams Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $868K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

Primary funding areas include:

Environmental support
Community support
Veteran support
Therapy riding for disabled individuals
Theatre campaigns
Resources for young women
Education
Philanthropy and grantmaking
Human services

Grantmaking

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Michigan and New Hampshire.

Grant Distribution by State

Michigan $3.6M (92%)

District of Columbia $200K (5%)

New Hampshire $108K (3%)

Virginia $20K (1%)

States

District of Columbia Michigan New Hampshire Virginia

Cities

Ann ArborBrightonCharlestonChelseaMidlandNorthvilleRestonSalineSouthfieldWashingtonYpsilanti

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

As of 2024:

Total assets: $13,661,866
Total giving: $1,010,500
Total expenses: $1,195,019
Total revenues: -$120,971

As of 2023:

Total assets: $15.2M
Total expenses: $1.19M
Revenue: $987k

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

Metric	2024	2023	2022
Total Assets	$13,661,866	$15,160,483	$14,573,333
Revenue	$-120,971	$986,661	$541,253
Expenses	$1,195,019	$1,185,563	$861,045
Qualifying Distributions	$1,010,500	$988,000	$567,489
Net Investment Income	$144,811	$716,608	$444,913
Distributable Amount	$867,936	$871,632	$1,017,656

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

Grant Insights

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2024

Grant Size Distribution

80 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include University of Michigan ($710,000), Huron Waterloo Pathways ($50,000), Ann Arbor Art Center ($50,000).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
SHELTER ASSOC WASHTENAW CTY ANN ARBOR, MI	GEN FUND SUPPORT- HOMELESSNESS	$17,500
STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOC CHARLESTON, NH	ENVIROMENTAL SUPPORT	$35,000
HURON WATERLOO PATHWAYS CHELSEA, MI	BTB TRAIL - ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT	$50,000
THERAPEUTIC RIDING ANN ARBOR, MI	THERAPEUTIC HORSE RIDING	$2,500
RAY & MARY KNIGHT FOUNDATION ANN ARBOR, MI	MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT	$15,000
ANN ARBOR ART CENTER ANN ARBOR, MI	CAPITAL CAMPAIGN	$50,000
FISHER HOUSE ANN ARBOR, MI	COMMUNITY SUPPORT	$5,000
HURON RIVER WATER SHED COUNCIL ANN ARBOR, MI	ENVIROMENTAL SUPPORT	$500
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN ANN ARBOR, MI	COMMUNITY SUPPORT, MEDICAL SUPPORT	$710,000
CHAD TOUGH CORNERSTONE CLUB SALINE, MI	CANCER RESEARCH	$50,000

Leadership & Key People

Officers and directors from IRS filings

Compensation Overview

From 2024 IRS filing

From 2024 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
TIMOTHY WADHAMS	TRUSTEE	2	—
LAURIE G WADHAMS	SECRETARY	2	—

Recent News & Activity

Recent developments and announcements

The foundation has supported educational initiatives, including endowing the LEAD Scholarship through the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. The foundation has also provided matching grant support for land conservation efforts in southern Michigan, as evidenced by partnerships with organizations like the Legacy Land Conservancy.

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Subject Areas

Focus areas based on grantmaking activity

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Wadhams Family Foundation fund?

The foundation's purpose is to make grants to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the code. The foundation promotes community education, supports culture and the arts, advances social welfare, and supports community beautification. Primary funding areas include: • Environmental support • Community support • Veteran support • Therapy riding for disabled individuals • Theatre campaigns • Resources for young women • Education • Philanthropy and grantmaking…

How do I apply for a grant from The Wadhams Family Foundation?

**Grant Activity:** • Total giving (2024): $1,010,500 • Typical award range: $500–$710,000 • The foundation made 13 grants in the most recent year **Recent Grants (2024):** • Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative: $50,000 (BTB Trail - Environmental Support) • Ann Arbor Art Association: $50,000 (Capital Campaign)

Where does The Wadhams Family Foundation make grants?

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Michigan and New Hampshire.

What size grants does The Wadhams Family Foundation award?

In 2024, The Wadhams Family Foundation awarded 15 grants totaling $1.0M — an average of about $67K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

How much is The Wadhams Family Foundation required to give away each year?

Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Wadhams Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $868K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.