The Neidig Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Neidig Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,500 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,950 and the largest $5,500. 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$58,500
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,950
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,900 the year before.
26% 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 | $48,300 | 33 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $42,900 | 30 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $58,500 | 31 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Neidig Family Charitable 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 Neidig Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $30,250 |
| Oregon | 7 | $10,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,950 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,950 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,950 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,950 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,950 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Educational Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,500 |
| NAMI Santa Cruz County | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| TMC Health Foundation | Peppi's House | $2,950 |
| Homeless Garden Project | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Inc | Services in Santa Cruz County | $2,500 |
| Siena House Maternity Home of Santa Cruz County | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Nature Conservancy | The Kerry Landreth Preserve at the McCloud River | $2,250 |
| Central City Concern Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Housing Matters | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Janus of Santa Cruz | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General & Unrestricted | $1,950 |
| Community Food Share Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,950 |
| National Public Radio Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,950 |
| United We Dream Network Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,950 |
| Heifer Project International | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Oregon Justice Resource Center | Immigrant Rights Project | $1,500 |
| Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| William James Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Mercy Corps | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Millennium High School Parents Club | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Seminar Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Pacific Collegiate School | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Raphael House of Portland | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Self Enhancement Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sunshine Division Portland Police Dept | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Fortune Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Windermere Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Neidig
- Michael Neidig
- Mary Silver
Questions people ask
Does The Neidig Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Neidig Family Charitable Foundation give?
$58,500 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,950.
Who runs The Neidig Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Neidig (Dir, Pres), Michael Neidig (VP, Dir) and Mary Silver (Dir, Sec).
What does The Neidig Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and environment and conservation.