West Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
West Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $999,999 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $333,333 and the largest $333,333. 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$999,999
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$333,333
- Largest grant$333,333
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 3 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 3 | $10.4 million |
| 2025 | $999,999 | 3 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
West Charitable Trust 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 West Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 2 | $666,666 |
| California | 1 | $333,333 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Conn Childrens Medical Centr Founda | Cancer research | $333,333 |
| Univ of Calif San Francisco Foundat | Cancer Research | $333,333 |
| Hartford Hospital Foundation | Cancer Research | $333,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn S West
- Mildred G Unfried -Dec'd 825
- Gretchen Unfried-English 925
Questions people ask
Does West Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does West Charitable Trust give?
$999,999 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $333,333.
Who runs West Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn S West (Trustee), Mildred G Unfried -Dec'd 825 (Trustee) and Gretchen Unfried-English 925 (Trustee).
What does West Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.