Samuel Weiss Family Charitable the SWF Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuel Weiss Family Charitable the SWF Foundation is a private foundation in Clinton, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $2,950 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,950
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$74,277
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $102,210 the year before.
100% 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 | $102,210 | 12 | $88,083 |
| 2024 | $2,950 | 5 | $74,277 |
How to apply
Samuel Weiss Family Charitable the SWF 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $2,700 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CT Council of Poets Laureate | To maintain endeavors of org | $1,000 |
| George Flynn Classical Concerts | To maintain endeavors of org | $1,000 |
| The Towers Foundation | To maintain endeavors of org | $450 |
| The Arc of Rensselaer County | To maintain the endeavors of org | $250 |
| Mountain Medic Internation | To maintain endeavors of org | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Seth Weiss
- Catherine Weiss
Questions people ask
Does Samuel Weiss Family Charitable the SWF Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel Weiss Family Charitable the SWF Foundation give?
$2,950 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Samuel Weiss Family Charitable the SWF Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Seth Weiss (Trustee) and Catherine Weiss (Trustee).