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Wish You Well Foundation Grant

Wish You Well Foundation

Funding Amount

US $200 - US $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Requests must align with the Wish You Well Foundation’s mission: "Supporting adult and family literacy in the United States by fostering new and promoting existing adult literacy and educational programs."

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: Youth programs
  • Not eligible: Donations to individuals.
  • Not eligible: Donations to candidates for political office.
  • Not eligible: Donations for building or construction projects.
  • Not eligible: Donations for debt reduction or capital campaigns.
  • Not eligible: Donations for graduate or post-graduate research

Overview

The Wish You Well Foundation Grant supports U.S. non-profit organizations focused on adult literacy. Grants typically range from $200 to $10,000 and require proof of 501(c)(3) status. The foundation prioritizes programs that foster adult and family literacy. Organizations are encouraged to apply for funding that aligns with their specific needs. The Foundation communicates via email regarding proposal receipt and funding decisions, ensuring timely updates to applicants.

Our work primarily focuses on supporting non-profit organizations in the United States that teach adults the literacy skills they need to communicate, grow, and thrive within their communities. The Wish You Well Foundation makes donations at various times throughout the year. The Foundation will notify your organization via email within the week of receipt of your proposal and again after the Board of Directors makes its funding decisions.
The Wish You Well Foundation reviews donation requests with a wide array of funding needs. Most requests range from $200 to $10,000. Organizations are reminded to base their requested amount on the program's unique needs for funding.

Eligibility

Your request should include Proof of 501(c)(3) statusRequests must align with the Wish You Well Foundation’s mission: "Supporting adult and family literacy in the United States by fostering new and promoting existing adult literacy and educational programs."

Ineligibility

In general, the Wish You Well Foundation does not fund:Youth programs Donations to individualsDonations to candidates for political officeDonations for building or construction projectsDonations for debt reduction or capital campaignsDonations for graduate or post-graduate research

What Wish You Well Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
13
Total given
$131K
Median grant
$5,500
Range
$3,500–$50K
  • By dollars: Florida 38%, West Virginia 8%, Arkansas 8%. Top recipient cities: Miramar, FL; Lewisburg, WV; Hot Springs, AR.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 100% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Women Impacting Neighborhoods · Miramar, FL

    Unrestricted general

    $50K

  • Lewisburg Literary Group Inc · Lewisburg, WV

    Unrestricted general

    $10K

  • Literacy Council of the Ouachitas · Hot Springs, AR

    Unrestricted general

    $10K

  • Valley Settlement · Glenwood Springs, CO

    Unrestricted general

    $10K

  • CASA De Amistad · Athens, GA

    Unrestricted general

    $9,500

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Literacy

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