Welcome to the
William E. Wockner Foundation

The William E. Wockner Foundation, formed in honor and memory of Bill Wockner, is committed to giving back to our communities. We distribute grant support to highly qualified organizations who we find to be working hard to make a difference. We invite you to learn more about our Foundation, our grant recipients, and our history of impact.

Meet Bill Wockner

Bill Wockner lived a life of hard work and hearty friendships. He cared deeply for the people around him, and he always had a soft heart for those who needed a lift or a helping hand. Bill built himself up from his bootstraps, and now he has left a legacy to support the wellbeing of the community he loved.

 

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"I was just visited by a member of our philanthropy team, who delivered the news of your incredible donation to Minor Home Repair! I was instantly choked up with the size of the gift. This is incredible. Thank you for continuing to support our important work."
Juli Rose
Sr. Program Manager/Facilities Manager, Homage
"We so appreciate all that you do and for continuing to be an advocate for EvergreenHealth. You are incredible and we cannot thank you enough. I know this will be a huge relief to so many. THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU."
Meg Powers
Director of Operations & Annual Giving Foundation, EvergreenHealth

“Thank you for providing a safe and secure environment to mentally and emotionally prepare for my surgery and a healthy and warmly receptive place in which to heal.” 

Fred Hutch

"Your gift made it possible for NW Harvest to continue distributing food, expanding access to the most in need, advocating for a strong public safety net, and building the movement to end hunger."

Northwest Harvest
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Impact Stories

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Medic One Foundation

For nearly 50 years, the Medic One Paramedic Training Program has been Medic One Foundation's funding priority. READ MORE

Seattle Children’s Hospital Foundation

The Hearing Device Loaner Program allows clinicians to provide hearing technology to families at a time that is often difficult. READ MORE

New World Villages

New World Villages is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing support to poor communities. READ MORE

Grant Proposals

Our grant application period is currently closed. Thank you for your interest in applying for a grant with the William E. Wockner Foundation. We invite you to check back with us again in 2025.

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Images courtesy of Naselle Fire Department, Seattle JazzED,  Reboot Recovery, Fred Hutch, and Northwest Harvest