The Weismann Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Weismann Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,350 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$53,350
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,350 the year before.
19% 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 | $77,450 | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $62,350 | 21 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $53,350 | 21 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Weismann 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 The Weismann Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $29,600 |
| New York | 4 | $5,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Green Farms Academy | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Greater CT Youth Orchestra | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $6,100 |
| Georgetown University | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Indiana University | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Wake Forest University | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Gfa Horizons | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Aopa Hat in the Ring Foundation | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Tunnel for Towers Fund | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Unite the World With Africa | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Kinhaven | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Point Counterpoint Foundation | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Westport Uniformed Firefighters Assciation | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $750 |
| Advocates for Balance Chautauqua | Unrestricted charitable purpose | $500 |
| Chautauqua Smith Memorial Library | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $500 |
| Petals for Paws | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $500 |
| Friends School of Baltimore | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $250 |
| The Hundred Club of Connecticut | Unrestricted charitable purposes | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Weismann
Questions people ask
Does The Weismann Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Weismann Foundation give?
$53,350 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Weismann Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Weismann (Trustee).
What does The Weismann Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.