How to apply
Applications are available at the Foundation's address. The application is a standardized form that requires the same information from all applicants. Supplemental information is specified in the application. A letter of intent must be submitted between August 1 and December 31 and Applications must be submitted by February 15 of each year. Contact: The Witter Bynner Foundation for Po, Po Box 10169, Santa Fe, Nm, 5056995178 Deadlines: February 15 Restrictions: Promotion of Poetry
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
22 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus EnsembleSanta Fe, NM | Actors in production of Cyrano. | $15K |
| Nm School for the ArtsSanta Fe, NM | Creative writing program and poetry slam. | $13K |
| Santa Fe International Literary FesSanta Fe, NM | Poets at the festival. | $9,500 |
| Partners in Education FoundationSanta Fe, NM | Poetry programs in Santa Fe public schools. | $9,410 |
| Copper Canyon PressPort Townsend, WA | Poetry Translation. | $8,000 |
| Vox PressUniversity, MS | Poetry program on death row at Parchman prison. | $7,120 |
| Terrain PublishingTucson, AZ | Poetry translation. | $6,000 |
| Warehouse 505Albuquerque, NM | Afterschool poetry programs. | $5,500 |
| Various IndividualsSanta Fe, NM | Support individual poets creating new poems and support outreach program. | $5,110 |
| Teatro ParaguasSanta Fe, NM | Poetry programs at the theater. | $5,000 |
| Center for Contemporary ArtsSanta Fe, NM | Poetry workshops and performances. | $5,000 |
| The Outdoor AcademyPisgah Forest, NC | Poetry writing workshop. | $5,000 |
| Georgia O'Keeffe MuseumSanta Fe, NM | Poetry programming at the museum. | $4,750 |
| Santa Fe Girl's SchoolSanta Fe, NM | Poetry program for middle school girls. | $4,500 |
| White Pine PressBuffalo, NY | Poetry translation. | $4,000 |
| GavialidaeChattanooga, TN | Honorariums and funding of poetry chap book. | $3,750 |
| Chatter Ensemble Music New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM | Poetry programming at the museum. | $3,000 |
| Manzano Mountain Art CouncilMountainair, NM | Afterschool poetry programs. | $3,000 |
| 516 ArtsAlbuquerque, NM | Afterschool poetry programs. | $3,000 |
| Sundress PublicationsOak Ridge, TN | Publication of poetry magazine. | $2,400 |
| Teatro GrottescoSanta Fe, NM | Poetry at the theater. | $2,400 |
| Society of the Muse of the SouthwesTaos, NM | Taos Poet Laureate. | $2,000 |
By state: New Mexico 15 · Washington 1 · Mississippi 1 · Tennessee 2 · Arizona 1 · North Carolina 1
About this foundation
Witter Bynner Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico, tax-exempt since 1972. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Witter Bynner Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Applications are available at the Foundation's address. The application is a standardized form that requires the same information from all applicants. Deadlines: February 15.
How much does Witter Bynner Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $126K across 22 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Witter Bynner Foundation Inc give?
New Mexico (15 grants), Washington (1 grants), Mississippi (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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