The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $734,135 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $330,635. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$734,135
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$330,635
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $589,760 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $554,069 | 28 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $589,760 | 26 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $734,135 | 18 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
The Patricia and Christopher Weil 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
What The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $725,635 |
| Oregon | 1 | $6,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Foundation | General fund | $330,635 |
| Students Without Limits | General fund | $102,000 |
| Ucsd Foundation | General fund | $57,500 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Mainly Mozart Inc | General fund | $49,500 |
| Voice of San Diego | General fund | $40,000 |
| Inewsource | General fund | $20,000 |
| The Old Globe Theatre | General fund | $20,000 |
| La Jolla Symphony & Chorus | General fund | $16,000 |
| Center for Community Solutions | General fund | $10,000 |
| University of Redlands | General fund | $10,000 |
| Coho Productions LTD | General fund | $6,000 |
| Global Communities | General fund | $5,000 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank | General fund | $5,000 |
| Access Youth Academy | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Vapa Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ke' Aun Dent | General fund | $2,000 |
| Afs-Usa | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Weil
- Patricia Weil
- Kit-Victoria Wells
- Matthew Weil
- Caitlin Weil
Questions people ask
Does The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation give?
$734,135 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Weil (President), Patricia Weil (Secretary/Treasurer), Kit-Victoria Wells (Director) and Matthew Weil (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Patricia and Christopher Weil Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.