How to apply
Https://www.wellsfargo.com/private-foundations/gratis-foundation application must be submitted through the online grant application form. Contact: Wells Fargo Philanthropic Services, Wwwwellsfargocom/Private-Foundation, Winston Salem, Nc, 8882354351 Deadlines: January 31st, may 31st and september 30th Restrictions: The foundation does not accept grants that would be payable to, or for the benefit of, specific individuals. The foundation supports programs in the fields of education, health care and medical research, humanitarian services, abused and neglected children, and assisting u.s. Military personnel and their families.
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
Top 60 of 75 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duke UniversityDurham, NC | General use | $200K |
| Childrens Hospital CorporationBoston, MA | General use | $50K |
| Mass General Brigham IncorporatedBoston, MA | General use | $50K |
| Mass General Brigham IncorporatedNewton, MA | General use | $50K |
| Fisher House Foundation IncRockville, MD | General use | $25K |
| Medical Teams InternationalPortland, OR | General use | $20K |
| Save the Children Federation IncFairfield, CT | General use | $20K |
| Thrive ScholarsLos Angeles, CA | General use | $20K |
| United States Fund for UNICEFNew York, NY | General use | $20K |
| Cancer Research Institute IncNew York, NY | General use | $15K |
| Cape Cod Times Neighbors Fund IncHyannis, MA | General use | $15K |
| Loyola University Maryland IncBaltimore, MD | General use | $15K |
| National Academy of Engineering FundAtlanta, GA | General use | $15K |
| St John the Evangelist ParishPocasset, MA | General use | $15K |
| St Luke Catholic ChurchMcLean, VA | General use | $15K |
| United Services Organizations IncArlington, VA | General use | $15K |
| United States Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and FoundationNewark, NJ | General use | $15K |
| American Humane AssociationWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to AnimalsNew York, NY | General use | $10K |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester IncDorchester, MA | General use | $10K |
| Canine Companions for IndependenceOceanside, CA | General use | $10K |
| CASA Myrna Vazquez IncBoston, MA | General use | $10K |
| Children's Oncology Services of Massachusetts IncBrookline, MA | General use | $10K |
| Dc127 IncWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| Edesia IncNorth Kingstown, RI | General use | $10K |
| Floc for Love of ChildrenWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| Friends of the Children-Boston IncRoxbury, MA | General use | $10K |
| Greater DC Diaper BankWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| Hire Heroes USAAlpharetta, GA | General use | $10K |
| Humane World for Animals IncWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| Independence House IncHyannis, MA | General use | $10K |
| International Rescue Committee IncNew York, NY | General use | $10K |
| K9s for Warriors IncPonte Vedra, FL | General use | $10K |
| Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange IncNewton, MA | General use | $10K |
| Mercy Medical AngelsNorfolk, VA | General use | $10K |
| Operation Delta Dog IncHollis, NH | General use | $10K |
| Paws for Purple HeartsSan Diego, CA | General use | $10K |
| Perkins School for the BlindWatertown, MA | General use | $10K |
| Reach Beyond Domestic Violence IncWaltham, MA | General use | $10K |
| St Marys Center for Women and Children IncDorchester, MA | General use | $10K |
| The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country IncKerrville, TX | General use | $10K |
| The Family Place IncorporatedWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| World Central Kitchen IncorporatedWashington, DC | General use | $10K |
| Mercy Flight Southeast Inc Dba Angel Flight Southeast IncLeesburg, FL | General use | $7,500 |
| The Compassionate Friends IncWheaton, IL | General use | $7,500 |
| 4kids of South Florida IncFort Lauderdale, FL | General use | $5,000 |
| Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse IncDelray Beach, FL | General use | $5,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of BostonDedham, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Archdiocese for the Military Services USAWashington, DC | General use | $5,000 |
| Boston CASA IncBoston, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach IncRiviera Beach, FL | General use | $5,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts IncFall River, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center of Suffolk County IncBoston, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Christians Reaching Out to Society Inc Dba Cros MinistriesLake Worth Beach, FL | General use | $5,000 |
| Cristo Rey Boston High School IncDorchester, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Darbster Foundation IncWest Palm Beach, FL | General use | $5,000 |
| Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands IncSouth Dennis, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Family Reach FoundationBoston, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Friends of Bourne Council on Aging IncBourne, MA | General use | $5,000 |
| Grandmas Place IncRoyal Palm Beach, FL | General use | $5,000 |
By state: Massachusetts 31 · North Carolina 1 · District of Columbia 10 · New York 5 · Florida 10 · Virginia 4
About this foundation
Gratis Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in McLean, Virginia, administered in care of Adrian Zaccaria, tax-exempt since 2009. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Gratis Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Https://www.wellsfargo.com/private-foundations/gratis-foundation application must be submitted through the online grant application form. Deadlines: January 31st, may 31st and september 30th.
How much does Gratis Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.0M across 75 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Gratis Foundation give?
Massachusetts (31 grants), North Carolina (1 grants), District of Columbia (10 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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