The Weiss Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Weiss Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $21,000. 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$86,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$697,244
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $70,000 | 7 | $631,159 |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 8 | $645,187 |
| 2025 | $86,000 | 8 | $697,244 |
How to apply
The Weiss 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.
What The Weiss Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $21,000 |
| New York | 3 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Conservation Network | To support wildlife conservation efforts | $21,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | To support wildlife conservation effort | $15,000 |
| Rights Behind Bars | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $15,000 |
| Food Gatherers | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Harlem Children's Zone | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| The Broadway Community | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird Fund | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Blue Ridge Abortion Fund | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin Kinder
- Daniel Weiss
- Janet Weiss
- Judith S Weiss
- Samuel Kinder Weiss
Questions people ask
Does The Weiss Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Weiss Family Foundation give?
$86,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Weiss Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Benjamin Kinder (Treasurer), Daniel Weiss (Director), Janet Weiss (Director) and Judith S Weiss (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Weiss Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.