Witherbee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Witherbee Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $232,100 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$232,100
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$9.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $279,600 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $279,600 | 11 | $8.8 million |
| 2024 | $232,100 | 8 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
Witherbee 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 Witherbee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $140,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $49,600 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Communities Boys & Girls Club | To assit kids reach | $55,000 |
| One Collective | General operations | $40,000 |
| Inheritance Fire | To help provide public safety | $35,000 |
| Harambee Ministries | To help families with educations and leadership | $30,000 |
| Olive Crest | To transform the lives of children in crisis | $30,000 |
| Fostering Youth Independence | Help provide reources for kids | $25,000 |
| Call to Worship Ministries Inc | To help orphans | $9,600 |
| Forngo | General operations | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christeena Kale
- Gwen Gibson
- David Wendorff
- Susan Christopher
Questions people ask
Does Witherbee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Witherbee Foundation give?
$232,100 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Witherbee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christeena Kale (President), Gwen Gibson (Secretary), David Wendorff (Treasurer) and Susan Christopher (Board Officer).
What does Witherbee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and faith communities.