Matilda R Wilson Fund
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, with a strong emphasis on education, arts and culture, and community service. It funds general operations, capital improvements, and scholarship programs for educational institutions, as well as supporting arts organizations and community services like the Salvation Army. The foundation aims to enhance the quality of life in its community by providing financial assistance to nonprofits that align with its mission. While it primarily focuses on Michigan, it also supports some initiatives in Wisconsin.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Michigan-based nonprofit (often in education, arts/culture, or community services) with an established track record, clear budget, and proposals for capital projects, endowments, or general operating support.
Good Fit
- • Located in Michigan (in-state applicants receive the majority of funds).
- • Clear prior funding history and organizational track record.
- • Request for capital campaign, endowment, scholarships, or general operations support.
- • Can submit a concise mailed letter with budget, 501(c)(3) documentation, and prior funding history.
- • Willing to align timing with the foundation's April and November meetings.
Geography
Giving is geographically narrow: roughly 94% of dollars went to Michigan and only one other state received small shares.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 24 distinct recipients and similar counts in prior years across education, arts, and community organizations, indicating a broad set of independent grantees despite some dollar concentration.
New Applicants
Direct application instructions exist (mailed letter, named contact, meeting schedule) and the latest year included six new recipients (about 25%), so unfamiliar applicants can plausibly enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
