The Weller Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Weller Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Danbury, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,450 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$78,450
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,125 the year before.
25% 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 | $101,771 | 63 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $77,125 | 61 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $78,450 | 55 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Stephanie M Baker PO Box 4512, Danbury, CT 06813 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (475) 395-6397 |
| What to submit | The applicant must verify that they are a qualified charitable organization |
| Restrictions | Usually limited to the Connecticut towns of newtown, monroe, trumbull, shelton and redding. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Weller Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 54 | $76,950 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | 2025 barton l. Weller scholarship recipient - encourage academic excellence & college education | $5,500 |
| Individual | 2023 barton l. Weller scholarship recipient - encourage academic excellence & college education | $4,500 |
| Individual | 2024 barton l. Weller scholarship recipient - encourage academic excellence & college education | $4,500 |
| Individual | 2022 barton l. Weller scholarship recipient - encourage academic excellence & college education | $3,750 |
| Individual | 2025 louis j. La croce medical/health sciences scholarship: encourage students in these fields of study | $3,500 |
| Individual | 2025 weller education scholarship recipient: encourage & assist local student to pursue teaching career | $3,500 |
| Individual | 2025 alexander fraser computer science/technology scholarship: encourage students in field of computer sciences | $3,500 |
| Individual | 2025 robert swart engineering scholarship: encourage local students in field of engineering | $3,500 |
| Junior Achieemnet of Greater Fairfield County | Support of organization | $3,000 |
| Individual | Vincent voccia vocational award recipient - encourage vocational skills | $1,750 |
| Individual | Vincent voccia vocational award recipient - encourage vocational skills | $1,750 |
| Individual | Vincent voccia vocational award recipient - encourage vocational skills | $1,500 |
| Individual | Vincent voccia vocational award recipient - encourage vocational skills | $1,500 |
| Individual | Vincent voccia vocational award recipient - encourage vocational skills | $1,500 |
| Individual | Vincent voccia vocational award recipient - encourage vocational skills | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2024 louis j. La croce medical/health sciences scholarship: encourage students in these fields of study | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2023 louis j. La croce medical/health sciences scholarship: encourage students in these fields of study | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2022 louis j. La croce medical/health sciences scholarship: encourage students in these fields of study | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2024 weller education scholarship recipient: encourage & assist local student to pursue teaching career | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2023 weller education scholarship recipient: encourage & assist local student to pursue teaching career | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2022 weller education scholarship recipient: encourage & assist local student to pursue teaching career | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2024 weller computer science/technology scholarship: encourage students in field of computer sciences | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2023 weller computer science/technology scholarship: encourage students in field of computer sciences | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2022 weller computer science/technology scholarship: encourage students in field of computer sciences | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2024 robert swart engineering scholarship: encourage local students in field of engineering | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2023 robert swart engineering scholarship: encourage local students in field of engineering | $1,500 |
| Individual | 2022 robert swart engineering scholarship: encourage local students in field of engineering | $1,500 |
| Individual | Weller excellence in teaching award recipient: encourage teaching excellence in grades k thru 5th | $1,000 |
| Individual | Weller excellence in teaching award recipient: encourage teaching excellence in grades k thru 5th | $1,000 |
| Individual | Weller excellence in teaching award recipient: encourage teaching excellence in grades k thru 5th | $1,000 |
| Individual | Weller excellence in teaching award recipient: encourage teaching excellence in grades k thru 5th | $1,000 |
| Fairfield University | Weller collegiate scholarship recipient: assist local student in obtaining a quality college education | $1,000 |
| Edith Wheeler Memorial Library | Support of organization | $1,000 |
| Five New School Award Plaques for the Awards | Acknowledge previous award recipients and promote these awards in the area high schools | $700 |
| Individual | Eleanor f. Moore business award recipient - foster interest in business careers | $500 |
| Individual | Eleanor f. Moore business award recipient - foster interest in business careers | $500 |
| Individual | Eleanor f. Moore business award recipient - foster interest in business careers | $500 |
| Individual | Eleanor f. Moore business award recipient - foster interest in business careers | $500 |
| Individual | Eleanor f. Moore business award recipient - foster interest in business careers | $500 |
| Individual | Senior science award recipient - foster interest in science careers | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Smith
- Brian E Skinner
- Joanne E Davies
- Matthew J Lang
- Stephanie M Baker
- Michael P Zabinski
Questions people ask
Does The Weller Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Weller Foundation Inc give?
$78,450 in tax year 2025, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Weller Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J Smith (Vice Chairman & Trustee), Brian E Skinner (Treasurer & Trustee), Joanne E Davies (Trustee) and Matthew J Lang (Chairman & Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Weller Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.