Also known as: John & Marilyn Wells Family Foundation · Wells Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 680526427) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, John and Marilyn Wells Family Foundation reported 23 grants totaling $1,252,500 to 23 organizations across 3 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $500,000 to University of Southern California-School of Cinematic Art.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California-School of Cinematic Art | LOS ANGELES, CA | $500,000 |
| Alexandria House | LOS ANGELES, CA | $100,000 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | LOS ANGELES, CA | $100,000 |
| LOS Angeles Room & Board | LOS ANGELES, CA | $100,000 |
| Motion Picture & Television Fund | WOODLAND HILLS, CA | $100,000 |
| Sunnyside Baptist Church | LOS ANGELES, CA | $100,000 |
| LOS Angeles Philharmonic Association | LOS ANGELES, CA | $50,000 |
| Corporation for Supportive Housing | NEW YORK, NY | $45,000 |
| National Foster Youth Institute | LOS ANGELES, CA | $25,000 |
| Southern California Grantmakers | LOS ANGELES, CA | $25,000 |
| Ucla | LOS ANGELES, CA | $25,000 |
| Butterfly's Haven | BEVERLY HILLS, CA | $10,000 |
| Mayors Fund for LOS Angeles | LOS ANGELES, CA | $10,000 |
| United WAY | LOS ANGELES, CA | $10,000 |
| USC Center on Philanthropy and Public Policy | LOS ANGELES, CA | $10,000 |
| Big Sunday | LOS ANGELES, CA | $7,500 |
| A New WAY of Life Rentry Project | LOS ANGELES, CA | $5,000 |
| Downtown Womens Center | LOS ANGELES, CA | $5,000 |
| NGA Hancock Park | ENCINO, CA | $5,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | MANHATTAN BEACH, CA | $5,000 |
| Providence ST Joseph Foundation | BURBANK, CA | $5,000 |
| Sbes Parent Teacher Association | HALEIWA, HI | $5,000 |
| The Episcopal School of LOS Angeles | LOS ANGELES, CA | $5,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
