Michael Wilkinson Foundation

How to apply, from its 2025 IRS return

How to ask

Appilcants for assistance must submit a completed application along with; a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or school administrator, a letter of recommendation from an employer, minister, or adult friend over 21 years of age, and a 500-750 word essay on: "Schools in the United States today have a growing substance abuse and addiction crisis. Based on your personal knowledge or experiences, how can you affect change with your generation in battling this epidemic?"

Deadlines

April 15

Limits on who can apply

Awards must be used to advance the foundation's mission to fight against substance abuse and to help change the stigma of addiction by focusing on educating, creating awareness, and building self-esteem and confidence.

Grants paid in 2025

$40,000, to organizations

This is what the foundation told the IRS on Form 990-PF. It isn’t a confirmed open grant round, and details may have changed, so contact the foundation before applying. Its mailing address is on the full return: see it on ProPublica’s Nonprofit Explorer.