The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stonington, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $212,200 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $16,200. 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$212,200
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$16,200
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $187,500 the year before.
15% 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 | $119,500 | 22 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $187,500 | 26 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $212,200 | 31 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc 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 Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 11 | $95,000 |
| Rhode Island | 6 | $51,700 |
| Florida | 8 | $44,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $7,500 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johnny Cake Center | General expenses of the organization | $16,200 |
| Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center | General expenses of the organization | $15,000 |
| Stonington Free Library | General expenses of the organization | $15,000 |
| Champ | General expenses of the organization | $12,000 |
| The Pet Cottage | General expenses of the organization | $12,000 |
| Eugene Atwood Fund | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Warm Shelter Inc | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Hygienic Art Inc | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Individual | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| James Merrill House Foundation | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Individual | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island Center for assisting | General expenses of the organization | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels West Palm Beach | General expenses of the organization | $7,000 |
| Individual | General expenses of the organization | $6,000 |
| Stand Up For Animals | General expenses of the organization | $5,000 |
| Stonington Community Center | General expenses of the organization | $5,000 |
| Stonington Historical Society | General expenses of the organization | $5,000 |
| New London Area Food Pantry | General expenses of the organization | $5,000 |
| Avalonia Land Conservancy | General expenses of the organization | $5,000 |
| Individual | General expenses of the organization | $5,000 |
| RappCats | General expenses of the organization | $3,000 |
| Permanentyl Disabled Jockeys Fund | General expenses of the organization | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | General expenses of the organization | $2,500 |
| Brain Injury Association of Virgini | General expenses of the organization | $2,000 |
| His Place Ministries | General expenses of the organization | $2,000 |
| Miami Project to Cure Paralysis | General expenses of the organization | $2,000 |
| WLRN | General expenses of the organization | $2,000 |
| Old Friends Farm | General expenses of the organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | General expenses of the organization | $1,000 |
| North Kingstown Senior Center | General expenses of the organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sean Wimpfheimer
- Fred Lidsky
- Susan Barber
Questions people ask
Does The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc give?
$212,200 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sean Wimpfheimer (President), Fred Lidsky (Treasurer) and Susan Barber (Secretary).
What does The Wimpfheimer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, community development and arts and culture.