The Willow Pond Foundation
The Willow Pond Foundation is a private foundation, based in Fitzpatrick, AL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $296K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 6 grants totaling $3K. Net investment income was $4K.
The Willow Pond Foundation at a glance
In short: The Willow Pond Foundation gave $3K across 6 grants in 2026 (avg $575), mostly in Alabama. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $3,450
- -77.4% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 6
- -40.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $575
- -62.3% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $295,722
- -1.0% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Alabama (67% 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 The Willow Pond Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was National Open Shooting Dog Championship ($2K). Together the top 6 received $3K.
Grant Size Distribution
49 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 49 grants of 49 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Willow Pond Foundation gives
- Giving fell 59% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 15% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $3K (2026) to $28K (2021). In 2026 it made 6 grants totaling $3K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Open Shooting Dog Championship Union Springs, AL | Charitable Purposes Within Meaning of Code Sec (C) | $1,500 |
| American Prinicples Project Arlington, VA | Charitable Purposes Within Meaning of Code Sec (C) | $500 |
| Mercatus Center Arlington, VA | Charitable Purposes Within Meaning of Code Sec (C) | $500 |
| Raphah Ministries Montgomery, AL | Charitable Purposes Within Meaning of Code Sec (C) | $500 |
| Brundidge Rotary Club Brundidge, AL | Charitable Purposes Within Meaning of Code Sec (C) | $300 |
| Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN | Charitable Purposes Within Meaning of Code Sec (C) | $150 |
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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 | $295,722 | $3,632 | $6,698 | $3,450 | 6 | $3,450 | $3,632 | $23,056 |
| 2025 | $298,788 | $16,757 | $18,332 | $15,266 | 10 | $15,266 | $16,757 | $21,162 |
| 2024 | $300,363 | $19,546 | $14,430 | $11,150 | 9 | $11,150 | $19,546 | $18,931 |
| 2023 | $295,247 | $52,582 | $12,394 | $8,450 | 11 | $8,450 | $3,008 | $16,002 |
| 2022 | $255,059 | $6,712 | $14,280 | $10,800 | 13 | $10,800 | $6,712 | $15,557 |
| 2021 | $262,627 | $156,972 | $31,988 | $27,965 | 17 | — | $11,036 | $12,549 |
| 2020 | $137,643 | $52,963 | $28,620 | $25,055 | 18 | — | $2,963 | $7,136 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Willow Pond Foundation reported a distributable amount of $23K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Willow Pond Foundation is led by James E. Klingler, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
James E. Klingler
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James E. Klingler Jr.
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jane W. Klingler
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lucie K. Brittain
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "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 The Willow Pond Foundation
How much does The Willow Pond Foundation give each year?
The Willow Pond Foundation gave $3K across 6 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $15K across 10 grants.
What is The Willow Pond Foundation's typical grant size?
The Willow Pond Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $500, and its average grant was $575, across 6 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Willow Pond Foundation give grants?
The Willow Pond Foundation gives mostly in Alabama: 67% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (29%). The most frequent recipient cities were Arlington, VA (2 grants).
Who are The Willow Pond Foundation's largest grantees?
The Willow Pond Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include National Open Shooting Dog Championship ($1,500), American Prinicples Project ($500) and Mercatus Center ($500), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Willow Pond Foundation?
The Willow Pond Foundation reported $296K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $23K (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 is The Willow Pond Foundation's EIN?
The Willow Pond Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 72-6245160. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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