Weiss Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Weiss Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Sausalito, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $436,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$436,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $270,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $270,000 | 4 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $436,500 | 5 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Weiss Family Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $200,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 3 | $36,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Akashinga Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Mara Elephant Project USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Burning Man Project | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network Inc | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| The United States Pony Clubs Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Megan Weiss
- William Scott Weiss
Questions people ask
Does Weiss Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weiss Family Charitable Trust give?
$436,500 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Weiss Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Megan Weiss (Trustee) and William Scott Weiss (Trustee).