The Wenden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wenden Foundation is a private foundation in Washington Depot, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $336,140 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 and the largest $77,500. 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$336,140
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$77,500
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $254,300 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $254,300 | 61 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $336,140 | 56 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Wenden 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 Wenden Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $84,730 |
| Connecticut | 17 | $82,950 |
| New York | 18 | $68,460 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $12,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $9,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $6,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $5,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Relief | Unrestricted charitable grant | $77,500 |
| A Brightfocus Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $20,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | Unrestricted charitable grant | $16,000 |
| Asap Ministries | Unrestricted charitable grant | $12,000 |
| Connecticut Food Bank | Unrestricted charitable grant | $12,000 |
| Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,600 |
| The Dalton School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Washington Ambulance Association | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Gunn Memorial Library & Museum | Unrestricted charitable grant | $9,850 |
| Steep Rock Association Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $8,000 |
| Employee Holiday Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Publicolor | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $7,000 |
| Cure Blindness Project | Unrestricted charitable grant | $6,000 |
| Bryn Mawr College | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| City Harvest | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Cure Alzehimer's Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Enterprise Community Partners | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Ferrodonna Features | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Four Freedoms Park Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Globalgiving | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Greenwoods Consulting Referrals Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Jasa | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| NAACP Legal Defense Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| New York Times Communities Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Washington Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,500 |
| National Cancer Research Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| Saint Judes Childrens Hospital | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| Washington Park Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| Washington Volunteer Fire Department | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,000 |
| New Milford Refugee Resettlement | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,600 |
| Washington Art Association | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,250 |
| Ackerman Institute for the Family | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Conversations on the Green | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Amnesty International | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Foundation of Health | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Mackool Eye Institute Research Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Dennis
- Katherine Wenning
- Mike Rosenberg
Questions people ask
Does The Wenden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wenden Foundation give?
$336,140 in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs The Wenden Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Dennis (President), Katherine Wenning (Treasurer) and Mike Rosenberg (Director).
What does The Wenden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and community development.