John and Marilyn Wells
Encino, California · EIN 680526427 · Private foundation
Based in Encino, California, John and Marilyn Wells has awarded $11.0M across 250 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Alexandria House. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What John and Marilyn Wells funds
John and Marilyn Wells's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, higher education, housing & homelessness, sports & recreation, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include families, foster youth, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria House UNRESTRICTED | Los Angeles, CA | $1.0M | 2022 |
| University of Southern California-school of Cinematic Art UNRESTRICTED | Los Angeles, CA | $750K | 2022 |
| Motion Picture & Television Fund UNRESTRICTED | Woodland Hills, CA | $550K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from John and Marilyn Wells
John and Marilyn Wells's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about John and Marilyn Wells
- Does John and Marilyn Wells accept grant applications?
- John and Marilyn Wells's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does John and Marilyn Wells fund?
- John and Marilyn Wells's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Example recipients include Alexandria House, University of Southern California-school of Cinematic Art, Motion Picture & Television Fund. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does John and Marilyn Wells give in grants?
- John and Marilyn Wells reported $1.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $11.0M over 250 grants.
- Where is John and Marilyn Wells located?
- John and Marilyn Wells is based in Encino, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 680526427.
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