Michael Whittingham Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael Whittingham Family Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$841,899
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,200 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $36,000 | 1 | $554,337 |
| 2024 | $37,200 | 2 | $708,612 |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 3 | $841,899 |
How to apply
Michael Whittingham 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 Michael Whittingham Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Edgar Cayce's Are | Support the programs and services to uphold the teachings of the edgar cayce readings to make the world a better place because you have lived in it - support capital improvements in the library | $20,000 |
| Norfolk Botanical Garden | Support garden of tomorrow | $20,000 |
| Food Rescue US | Support work to reduce wasted food and increase food access | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul A Whittingham
Questions people ask
Does Michael Whittingham Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael Whittingham Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Michael Whittingham Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul A Whittingham (Trustee).
What does Michael Whittingham Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and food and hunger.