How to apply
Apply online at: Https://dewf.org/ Contact: John B Lees Do, Po Box 2427, Prescott, Az, 9284459699, GRANTS@DEWF.ORG Deadlines: There is no deadline for the initial letter of intent. See our website for more details. Dewf.org Restrictions: 1. Your organization must be exempt from federal taxes under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code. 2. Your mission must fit ours: To thoughtfully steward the financial resources mr. Webb endowed to the foundation by providing grant funding in support of positive, transformative, community improvements in arizona, california, and nevada. 3. Generally for new requests, 1 year must have passed since our last payment to you, or since your letter of intent or application was rejected. 4. The foundation exclusively funds nonprofit organizations with offices in arizona, california or nevad…
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
51 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Recreation Center for the HandicappedPhoenix, AZ | Infrastructure improvements at wellness center | $325K |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Western NevadaCarson City, NV | Renovate and expand commercial kitchen | $250K |
| Diocesan Council for Society of St Vincent de PaulPhoenix, AZ | Capital grant to expand medical clinic exam rooms | $250K |
| Umom New Day CentersPhoenix, AZ | Security features for emergency shelter renovation | $200K |
| A R M of Save the Family Foundation of ArizonaMesa, AZ | Replace hvac units, paint & roof on housing units | $192K |
| University Muslim Medical AssociationLos Angeles, CA | Funding for medical equipment at new clinic site | $160K |
| Tonto Rim Search and Rescue SquadStrawberry, AZ | Training facility and operations center | $150K |
| Billys PlaceGlendale, AZ | Renovations & equipment for grief support program | $140K |
| House of RefugeMesa, AZ | Repair/replace items in transitional housing units | $125K |
| Joy BusPhoenix, AZ | Two exhaust range hoods & renovate doorway | $122K |
| Agape House of PrescottPrescott, AZ | Final funding for transitional housing unit | $100K |
| Beyond BlindnessSanta Ana, CA | Playground improvements and new hvac units | $100K |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern ArizonaTucson, AZ | Renovate newly purchased youth mentoring center | $100K |
| Habitat for Humanity Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | Plumbing & fixtures for five newly built homes | $100K |
| Together CaliforniaPalmdale, CA | Provide furnishings for four foster homes | $100K |
| White Mountain Meals on WheelsShow Low, AZ | Upgrade office and delivery equipment | $98K |
| Aviva Childrens ServicesTucson, AZ | Build out 4 therapeutic spaces for child therapy | $84K |
| Heart of Los Angeles YouthLos Angeles, CA | Replace hvac systems at after-school location | $75K |
| Saavi Services for the BlindTucson, AZ | Purchase braille embosser and displays | $70K |
| New Life CenterGoodyear, AZ | Renovate two casitas at domestic violence shelter | $62K |
| Arizona Cancer Foundation for ChildrenScottsdale, AZ | Renovate lobby at arizona cancer foundation | $60K |
| Diabetes Prevention and Aid FundNogales, AZ | Purchase two forklifts for produce warehouse | $60K |
| Northeastern Nevada SafeElko, NV | Four-wheel drive vehicle to reach elderly clients | $60K |
| Prescott Area Shelter ServicesPrescott, AZ | Renovate two transitional housing units & shelter | $60K |
| Shoes That FitClaremont, CA | Provide 2000 pairs of shoes for children | $60K |
| Health Care Foundation for Ventura CountyVentura, CA | Purchase rhinolaryngoscope & recording system | $54K |
| Little Eyes InternationalPhoenix, AZ | Purchase mobile opthalmic equipment & used car | $53K |
| Harbor Care FoundationMission Hills, CA | Purchase medical transport van for the homeless | $52K |
| Advance CommunityPhoenix, AZ | Replace roofs at community building locations | $51K |
| CASA de AmparoSan Marcos, CA | Two passenger vans to transport foster youth | $50K |
| Homemore ProjectLos Angeles, CA | Provide traveler backpacks to homeless individuals | $50K |
| Rebuilding Together Southern NevadaLas Vegas, NV | Purchase truck to be used for home repair program | $50K |
| Shanti Orange CountyLaguna Hills, CA | Technology equipment & furniture for new clinic | $50K |
| Tooth BuddsPima, AZ | Cargo van for school-based dental hygiene program | $45K |
| Prescott Community Cupboard Food BankPrescott, AZ | Help purchase refrigerated box truck for food bank | $44K |
| Cura SmilesSan Diego, CA | Purchase equipment/cabinets at free dental clinic | $35K |
| Dorothy Day HouseBerkeley, CA | Purchase cargo van for meal delivery program | $35K |
| Lions Camp TatiyeePinetoplakeside, AZ | Purchase electric utility cart to be used at camp | $31K |
| Opportunity JunctionAntioch, CA | Medical equipment for healthcare worker education | $30K |
| Delivering Dreams of ArizonaPhoenix, AZ | Purchase shoes, underwear and socks for children | $25K |
| Navajo County Search and RescueHolbrook, AZ | Finish equipping incident command trailer | $25K |
| Sunshine Rescue MissionFlagstaff, AZ | Commercial washer & dryers for homeless shelters | $22K |
| Assistance League of Greater San DiegoSan Diego, CA | Provide loaner hearing aids for children | $20K |
| Assistance League of East Valley ArizonaChandler, AZ | Program expansion to provide shoes for students | $18K |
| Community Hospital AssociationWickenburg, AZ | Replace & upgrade wheelchair fleet at hospital | $18K |
| Junior League of TucsonTucson, AZ | Help renovate garage for a teen clothing closet | $15K |
| Laptops 4 LearningPhoenix, AZ | Matching funds to continue laptop program | $15K |
| Humboldt Family Service CenterEureka, CA | Furniture & supplies for family therapy center | $10K |
| Deer Valley Education FoundationPhoenix, AZ | Commercial washer and dryer for clothing closet | $8,700 |
| Heartfelt Help FoundationPetaluma, CA | Ancillary expenses for youth transplant recipients | $7,500 |
| Hazels HandsRiverside, CA | Provide bedding and duffle bags for foster youth | $5,000 |
By state: Arizona 30 · California 17 · Nevada 4
About this foundation
Del E Webb Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Prescott, Arizona, administered in care of Shielia Johnson, tax-exempt since 1962. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Del E Webb Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Apply online at: Https://dewf.org/ Deadlines: There is no deadline for the initial letter of intent. See our website for more details. Dewf.org.
How much does Del E Webb Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $3.9M across 51 grants, a median of $54K.
Where does Del E Webb Foundation give?
Arizona (30 grants), California (17 grants), Nevada (4 grants), per its latest filing.
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