The Wolverine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wolverine Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$3.5 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$18.7 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
57% 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 | $1.7 million | 22 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 28 | $18.7 million |
How to apply
The Wolverine 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Wolverine Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $2.1 million |
| Connecticut | 8 | $349,722 |
| New York | 9 | $295,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $293,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $125,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| N-Lorem Foundation | Medical research | $2.0 million |
| The University of Alabama at Birmingham | Medical research | $293,500 |
| Yale University | Educational | $279,662 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Medical research | $200,000 |
| Norton Children's Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Cold Spring Harbor Labs | Medical research | $75,000 |
| Boys Club of New York | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine | Medical research | $50,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Silver Shield Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Third Option Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Angel City Alliance | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich CT | Charitable | $25,000 |
| On Course Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Round Hill Scholarship Foundation | Educational | $25,000 |
| The Honor Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| American Federation for Children Growth Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| 12M Yacht Development Foundation | Charitable | $7,560 |
| James C Ferrer Education Fund | Educational | $7,500 |
| Greenwich Emergency Medical Services | Charitable | $5,000 |
| James B Lee Scholarship | Educational | $5,000 |
| Neighbor to Neighbor | Charitable | $5,000 |
| US Ski & Snowboard | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ussga Memorial Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Christ Church Greenwich | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Greenwich Tree Conservancy | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan W Breed
- Caroline Breed
- Ellen G Breed
- Amy McCooe
Questions people ask
Does The Wolverine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wolverine Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Wolverine Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan W Breed (President/Treasurer), Caroline Breed (Vice President), Ellen G Breed (Secretary) and Amy McCooe (Executive Director).
What does The Wolverine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.