Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation
Accepts applications
Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $42,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $21,000 and the largest $37,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$42,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$21,000
- Largest grant$37,000
- Assets$959,277
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $55,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $55,000 | 2 | $932,011 |
| 2024 | $42,000 | 2 | $959,277 |
How to apply
| Contact | Donna Whitney 10455 Albertsworth Lane, Los Altos Hills, CA 94024 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (650) 949-3568, dwhitney3@aol.com |
| What to submit | 1. Basic information: a. Project director(s) b. Title/assignment(s) c. Project student #; staff #; and age level d. Dates project begins and ends e. Project school or community, address, telephone and fax numbers f. Director of curriculum or programs, telephone and fax numbers g. Requested grant amount and date(s) needed h. Date of board meeting approval (attach board minutes) 2. Project summary, including title of your project and statement of the specific purpose/rational and content of your project 3. Attach your budget and a copy of your 501(c)(3) documentation 4. A list of your board of directors |
| Restrictions | The foundation accepts applications from public school districts, or 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations and universities working closely with such districts. The foundation will not: 1. Make grants to private schools; 2. Supplant ongoing funding obligations of school districts; 3. Generally make grants to ongoing operating budgets; 4. Make grants solely for acquisition of equipment such as computer hardware or software; 5. Fund programs aimed primarily at serving the "special education" population; or 6. Support fund raising drives or special events. |
What Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $42,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| El Camino Health Foundation | Purpose: education - "aspire, parent education program and "aspire, study guide for fentanyl movie" | $37,000 |
| Resource Area for Teachers (Raft) | Purpose: education - "makers mobile" hands on learning programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna Whitney
- Suzanne Whitney-Smedt
- Thomas A Whitney
Questions people ask
Does Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $21,000.
Who runs Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donna Whitney (Pres, Asst Treas), Suzanne Whitney-Smedt (VP, Secretary) and Thomas A Whitney (Treasurer, Asst Sec).
What does Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.