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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 65-0630671

WR Grace Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Columbia, MD. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 102 grants and $1.3 million paid in grants.

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Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Httpsgraceversaiccomlogin
32 W 25th Avenue Suite 203
San Mateo, CA 944032266
(817) 712-9495
https://grace.versaic.com/login
Form and materials
No forms are required. However, each request should be submitted via e-mail with the following information: 1. The nature and background of the organization; 2. The sum being requested; 3. The specific purpose of the grant request; and 4. Photocopy of the current IRS determination letter. Should the foundation express further interest in the organization, it would require in addition to the above: 1. A current financial statement; and 2. A list of current donors, particularly companies, foundations and governmental agencies, indicating the amounts contributed on an annual basis.
Deadlines
N/A
Restrictions
N/A

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2024

    $1,266,202

    Grants listed
    102
    Assets, end of year
    $468,072

  • Tax year 2023

    $852,649

    Grants listed
    134
    Assets, end of year
    $376,239

  • Tax year 2022

    $828,202

    Grants listed
    107
    Assets, end of year
    $456,717

  • Tax year 2021

    $802,117

    Grants listed
    127
    Assets, end of year
    $324,483

  • Tax year 2020

    $1,040,054

    Grants listed
    125
    Assets, end of year
    $242,176

  • Tax year 2019

    $710,130

    Grants listed
    145
    Assets, end of year
    $373,869

  • Tax year 2018

    $680,231

    Grants listed
    130
    Assets, end of year
    $282,843

Grants paid in 2024

102 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Valero Energy FoundationSan Antonio, TX

    Urban, civic & culture

    $300,000
  2. Maryland Academy of ScienceBaltimore, MD

    Urban, civic & culture

    $150,000
  3. Aiche - American Institute of Chemical EngineersPhiladelphia, PA

    Education & science

    $72,000
  4. United WayBaltimore, MD

    Matching gifts

    $62,177
  5. Scholarship AmericaMinneapolis, MN

    Education & science

    $52,000
  6. American Chemical SocietyWashington, DC

    Education & science

    $34,000
  7. The Well (drink at the Well Inc)Baltimore, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $30,000
  8. United Way of Central MarylandBaltimore, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $30,000
  9. Capital Area Casa AssociationBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $28,000
  10. Archdiocese of Baltimore Chancery IncBaltimore, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $25,000
  11. No Kid Hungry - Share Our StrengthPhiladelphia, PA

    Health & social welfare

    $24,959
  12. Baltimore Community FoundationBaltimore, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $20,000
  13. Greater Baton Rouge Food BankBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $20,000
  14. Libby Chambers ProjectLibby, MT

    Urban, civic & culture

    $20,000
  15. Hospice of Baton RougeBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $16,000
  16. Loyola University of MarylandBaltimore, MD

    Education & science

    $15,000
  17. ALS AssociationBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $13,000
  18. Junior Achievement of Greater Baton Rouge & ArcadianaBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $13,000
  19. Greater Houston Comunity FoundationHouston, TX

    Health & social welfare

    $11,400
  20. McMains Children DevelopmentBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $11,000
  21. Archdiocese of Baltimore Chancery IncBaltimore, MD

    Education & science

    $10,000
  22. Asylee Women EnterpriseBaltimore, MD

    Urban, civic & culture

    $10,000
  23. Bright Minds FoundationEllicott City, MD

    Education & science

    $10,000
  24. Council on Economic Education in MarylandTowson, MD

    Education & science

    $10,000
  25. Flying Wings of LouisianaDenham SPGS, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $10,000
  26. Foundation de L'hopital Du SuroitSalaberrydevalleyfield, Canada

    Health & social welfare

    $10,000
  27. Howard Hospital FoundationColumbia, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $10,000
  28. Learning Undefeated IncGaithersburg, MD

    Education & science

    $10,000
  29. Libby Food PantryLibby, MT

    Health & social welfare

    $10,000
  30. Making Disciples MentoringMatteson, IL

    Urban, civic & culture

    $10,000
  31. Pilots for PatientsBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $10,000
  32. Rain Will Bring Flowers FoundationBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $10,000
  33. Restoration StageBowie, MD

    Urban, civic & culture

    $10,000
  34. McNeese State University EngineeringLake Charles, LA

    Education & science

    $9,500
  35. Sowela Technical CollegeLake Charles, LA

    Education & science

    $9,500
  36. Chesapeake Arts CenterBrooklyn Park, MD

    Education & science

    $8,000
  37. NAMI Maryland IncColumbia, MD

    Education & science

    $7,500
  38. Moisson Sud-OuestSalaberrydevalleyfield, Canada

    Health & social welfare

    $6,000
  39. A Greater HopeVictorville, CA

    Health & social welfare

    $5,000
  40. Safety Council of Southwest LouisianaSulphur, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $5,000
  41. Shady Oaks CampHomer Glen, IL

    Health & social welfare

    $5,000
  42. The Loretta Warfield AssociationBaltimore, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $5,000
  43. Tyrone Snyder Public LibraryTyrone, PA

    Urban, civic & culture

    $5,000
  44. WR Grace & Co Employee Disaster Relief FoundationColumbia, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $5,000
  45. Abraham's Tent AssociationLake Charles, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $4,500
  46. Care Help of Sulphur IncSulphur, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $4,500
  47. Project Joy and HopePasadena, TX

    Health & social welfare

    $4,500
  48. Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans & AcadianaNew Orleans, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $4,500
  49. Bridge Over Troubled WatersPasadena, TX

    Health & social welfare

    $4,000
  50. St Charles Parish School DistrictLuling, LA

    Education & science

    $4,000
  51. Hamilton County Dept of EducationChattanooga, TN

    Education & science

    $3,500
  52. Al-Van Humane Society Adoption & Community Education CenterSouth Haven, MI

    Urban, civic & culture

    $3,000
  53. Baton Rouge Food BankBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $3,000
  54. Junior Achievement of Greater Baton RougeBaton Rouge, LA

    Education & science

    $3,000
  55. Olol Childrens Health Children Dev Center of McMainBaton Rouge, LA

    Urban, civic & culture

    $3,000
  56. South Haven Fire and Rescue DepartmentSouth Haven, MI

    Health & social welfare

    $3,000
  57. The ALS AssociationBaton Rouge, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $3,000
  58. United States War Dogs Association IncTowson, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $3,000
  59. We Care Community CenterSouth Haven, MI

    Urban, civic & culture

    $3,000
  60. Baltimore Museum of IndustryBaltimore, MD

    Urban, civic & culture

    $2,500
  61. Calcasieu Counselling on AgingLake Charles, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  62. Helping Hands IncAiken, SC

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  63. Neptune Fire CompanyTyrone, PA

    Urban, civic & culture

    $2,500
  64. Sisken Children's InstituteChattanooga, TN

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  65. The Roll FoundationAiken, SC

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  66. Tyrone Area Food BankTyrone, PA

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  67. Tyrone Area Youth Athletics AssociationTyrone, PA

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  68. Tyrone Armory Community CenterTyrone, PA

    Health & social welfare

    $2,500
  69. A Safe Space of St CharlesAma, LA

    Urban, civic & culture

    $2,200
  70. Blessed to Be A Blessing FoundationDestrehan, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $2,200
  71. Comite Zip Du Haut St-LaurentSalaberrydevalleyfield, Canada

    Urban, civic & culture

    $2,000
  72. Grow Home IncBaltimore, MD

    Health & social welfare

    $2,000
  73. Habitat for Humanity PasadenaPasadena, TX

    Health & social welfare

    $2,000
  74. Hospice at HomeGrand Rapids, MI

    Health & social welfare

    $2,000
  75. Riverside Academy SchoolReserve, LA

    Education & science

    $2,000
  76. The Pennsylvania State UniversityState College, PA

    Matching gifts

    $1,800
  77. Ronald McDonald HouseBaltimore, MD

    Urban, civic & culture

    $1,600
  78. United Way St CharlesLuling, LA

    Health & social welfare

    $1,600
  79. Bangor Fire Department Abb Joint Fire BoardBangor, MI

    Health & social welfare

    $1,500
  80. First Congregational Church Food PantrySouth Haven, MI

    Health & social welfare

    $1,500
  81. Historical Association of South HavenSouth Haven, MI

    Urban, civic & culture

    $1,500
  82. Michigan Maritime MuseumSouth Haven, MI

    Urban, civic & culture

    $1,500
  83. Portfolio Resident ServicesHouston, TX

    Education & science

    $1,500
  84. Sarah's HousePasadena, TX

    Health & social welfare

    $1,500
  85. Senior ServicesSouth Haven, MI

    Health & social welfare

    $1,500
  86. Texas Conservation FundHouston, TX

    Urban, civic & culture

    $1,500
  87. West Michigan Cancer CenterKalamazoo, MI

    Health & social welfare

    $1,500
  88. Association Pour Les Personnes Ayant Deficience Intellectuelle Du SuroitValleyfield, Canada

    Health & social welfare

    $1,000
  89. Boys & Girls Club of ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN

    Education & science

    $1,000
  90. Chattanooga Room in the InnChattanooga, TN

    Health & social welfare

    $1,000
  91. D'main de FemmesValleyfield, Canada

    Health & social welfare

    $1,000
  92. Tennessee AquariumChattanooga, TN

    Urban, civic & culture

    $1,000
  93. WaterwaysChattanooga, TN

    Education & science

    $1,000
  94. Bucknell UniversityLewisburg, PA

    Matching gifts

    $750
  95. Adrian CollegeAdrian, MI

    Matching gifts

    $500
  96. University of Southern Missippi FoundationHattiesburg, MS

    Matching gifts

    $500
  97. Usmma Alumni Foundation IncHattiesburg, MS

    Matching gifts

    $500
  98. Georgetown Prep High SchoolNorth Bethesda, MD

    Matching gifts

    $250
  99. Gonzaga College High SchoolWashington, DC

    Matching gifts

    $250
  100. Bates CollegeLewiston, ME

    Education & science

    $216
  101. Archbishop Curley High SchoolBaltimore, MD

    Matching gifts

    $200
  102. William & Mary CollegeHarlan, IA

    Matching gifts

    $100

Approved for future payment

1 grant

Approved in 2024 and not yet paid.

  1. American Institute of Chemical Engineers and AccPhiladelphia, PA

    Education & science

    $240,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Philanthropy and grantmaking3 grants $350,00072% of the total
  2. Civil rights1 grant $28,0006% of the total
  3. Arts and culture6 grants $25,5005% of the total
  4. Human services5 grants $14,5003% of the total
  5. Health3 grants $13,5003% of the total
  6. Community development1 grant $10,0002% of the total
  7. 9 other causes13 grants $42,9509% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Maryland24 grants $437,227
  2. Texas8 grants $326,400
  3. Louisiana25 grants $195,000
  4. Pennsylvania9 grants $114,509
  5. Minnesota1 grant $52,000
  6. District of Columbia2 grants $34,250
  7. Montana2 grants $30,000
  8. Michigan11 grants $20,500
  9. Illinois2 grants $15,000
  10. Tennessee6 grants $10,000

Officers, directors and trustees

10 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Anthony YooCHAIRMAN & SECRETARY Hours 1Pay $0
  • Michael J BrownDIRECTOR, VICE CHAIRMAN & TREASURER Hours 1Pay $0
  • Edwin C SparksDIRECTOR & VICE CHAIRMAN Hours 1Pay $0
  • Kerrie WolfeDIRECTOR & VICE CHAIRMAN Hours 1Pay $0
  • Rachel FlammASSISTANT TREASURER Hours 1Pay $0
  • Terrence A PuglisiASSISTANT TREASURER Hours 1Pay $0
  • Melissa SellersASSISTANT SECRETARY Hours 1Pay $0
  • Mary CrumholtDESIGNATED SIGNER Hours 1Pay $0
  • George WelshDESIGNATED SIGNER Hours 1Pay $0
  • Sean DempseyANNUAL REPORT SIGNER Hours 1Pay $0

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