Western Alliance Community Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Western Alliance Community Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $547,500 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$547,500
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees97%
Giving in 2024 was up from $420,000 the year before.
97% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $420,000 | 27 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $547,500 | 29 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Western Alliance Community Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Western Alliance Community Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $195,000 |
| Nevada | 7 | $157,500 |
| Arizona | 10 | $152,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $42,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Green Our Planet | Community support | $100,000 |
| 911 Day | Community support | $100,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Arizona | Community support | $50,000 |
| City of Phoenix - for the Benefit of Phoenix Children's Hospital | Community support | $50,000 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Community support | $35,000 |
| Accessity | Community support | $25,000 |
| Care Chest of Sierra Nevada | Community support | $15,000 |
| Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (Snvrha) Rose Foundation | Community support | $10,000 |
| Community Health Improvement Partners | Community support | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood House Association | Community support | $10,000 |
| Housing Innovation Partners | Community support | $10,000 |
| Casa Familiar Inc | Community support | $10,000 |
| Civic Community Partners Inc | Community support | $10,000 |
| Eddy House | Community support | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Community support | $10,000 |
| The Empowerment Center | Community support | $10,000 |
| Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona | Community support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada | Community support | $7,500 |
| Flagstaff Shelter Services | Community support | $7,500 |
| Community Investment Corporaton | Community support | $7,500 |
| Microcare Community Development Solutions | Community support | $7,500 |
| Earn to Learn | Community support | $7,500 |
| Social Advocates for Youth San Diego Inc | Community support | $5,000 |
| Our Family Services Inc | Community support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Community Serv of S Arizona Inc | Community support | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada | Community support | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Tucson | Community support | $5,000 |
| Family Housing Resources | Community support | $5,000 |
| Home Start Inc | Community support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Vecchione
- Randall S Theisen
- Dale Gibbons
- Charles Pry
- Bruce Lowry
- Robert Dembowski
- Elaine Deines
- Kristen Gest
- Timothy Boothe
Questions people ask
Does Western Alliance Community Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Western Alliance Community Foundation give?
$547,500 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Western Alliance Community Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kenneth Vecchione (President & Director), Randall S Theisen (V. President & Director Through 1/9/25), Dale Gibbons (Treasurer & Director) and Charles Pry (Assistant Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Western Alliance Community Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and housing and homelessness.