Pepper Whiston Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pepper Whiston Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $130,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.9 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$130,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$42.5 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $729,000 the year before.
32% 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 | $76,500 | 4 | $34.4 million |
| 2024 | $729,000 | 16 | $38.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 19 | $42.5 million |
How to apply
Pepper Whiston 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 Pepper Whiston Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $490,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $255,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $180,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $170,000 |
| California | 1 | $130,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $130,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $130,000 |
| New York | 1 | $130,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $130,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $70,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | For benefit the cats | $200,000 |
| Humane Society International | End animal abuse and neglect | $160,000 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund | For all animals with special focus on cats | $130,000 |
| Best Friend Animal Society | For benefit of cats | $130,000 |
| Connecticut Humane Society | For benefit of cats | $130,000 |
| Every Cat Health Foundation | For benefit of cats | $130,000 |
| International Fund for Animal Welfare | For benefit of cats in ukraine and gaza | $130,000 |
| Panthera | For benefit of cats | $130,000 |
| Pets for Vets Inc | For benefit of animals | $130,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Protect endangered wildlife | $130,000 |
| Our Companions Animal Rescue & Sanctuary | For benefit of cats | $120,000 |
| Alley Cat Allies | Advocate for cats | $110,000 |
| One Health Organization | For benefit of cats | $70,000 |
| Alley Cat Rescue | Advocate for cats | $60,000 |
| Big Cat Initiative | For benefit of cats | $60,000 |
| Blind Cat Rescue and Sanctuary Inc | Advocate for cats | $50,000 |
| Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary | For large cat program | $40,000 |
| Humane Colorado | For benefit of cats | $30,000 |
| Kitty Harbor | For benefit of cats | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward F Krzanowski
- Peggy J Webbe
Questions people ask
Does Pepper Whiston Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pepper Whiston Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $130,000.
Who runs Pepper Whiston Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward F Krzanowski (Trustee) and Peggy J Webbe (Trustee).
What does Pepper Whiston Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, international and health.