Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $85,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$85,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$39.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1.8 million | 10 | $31.5 million |
| 2022 | $1.6 million | 12 | $32.7 million |
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 7 | $38.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 10 | $39.8 million |
How to apply
Kenneth Whalen Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $1.0 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $400,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $80,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $14,590 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Challenged Athletes Foundaton | General | $400,000 |
| Alport Syndrome Foundation Inc | General | $400,000 |
| Rady's Children's Hospital | General | $350,000 |
| Captivating International | General | $175,000 |
| Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition | General | $90,000 |
| The Monarch School | General | $80,000 |
| Albion 12 Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Huntsman Foundation | General | $14,590 |
| San Diego Food Bank | General | $400 |
| Orange Elementary | General | $104 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula Whalen
- Alba Wylie
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $85,000.
Who runs Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paula Whalen (President & CEO) and Alba Wylie (Secretary & Tre).