The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc is a private foundation, based in Boulder, CO. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $6.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $73K. Net investment income was $138K.
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc gave $73K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $36K), mostly in Colorado. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $72,500
- -81.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $36,250
- -63.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $36,250
- Total assets
- $6,600,640
- +7.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Colorado (66% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Democracy and Media Education Foundation ($48K). Together the top 2 received $73K.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 6 grants of 13 (46%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc gives
- In 2024 it paid out 111% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $73K (2024) to $707K (2020). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $73K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Democracy and Media Education Foundation Boulder, CO | To promote a vibrant and informed public square by fostering critical media literacy and active civic engagement. | $47,500 |
| United Charitable Ashburn, VA | To grow and support each charitable journey by providing simple customized vehicles that fulfill your philanthropic endeavors. | $25,000 |
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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 | $6,600,640 | $144,275 | $366,809 | $72,500 | 2 | $352,796 | $138,437 | $316,966 |
| 2023 | $6,140,118 | $138,416 | $449,921 | $400,400 | 4 | $444,673 | $136,716 | $289,080 |
| 2022 | $5,774,793 | $163,143 | $310,673 | $240,031 | 4 | $282,214 | $134,684 | $298,471 |
| 2020 | $6,576,988 | $141,056 | $751,355 | $707,400 | 3 | — | $102,143 | $336,628 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $317K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc is led by Liz Stapp, Executive Director on the 2024 filing; 3 of 7 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Liz Stapp
Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
$185K (2024)
William W. Reynolds
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robert Hottman
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$10K (2022) → $10K (2024)
Eric Alston
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
$10K (2024)
Jane Reynolds
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Gary Powell
Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marty McElwain
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: David Neenan (2020–2023) — Director
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $185K, to Liz Stapp (Executive Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc
How much does The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc give each year?
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc gave $73K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $400K across 4 grants.
How large is The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc?
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc reported $6.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $353K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $317K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
Where does The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc operate?
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc has awarded grants in Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Texas, Virginia.
What is The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc's EIN?
The WW Reynolds Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1441640. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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