Weingarten Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weingarten Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.0 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
43% 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 | $1.2 million | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 7 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Weingarten 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 Weingarten Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $1.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $800,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School | Program support | $1.0 million |
| Hopewell Fund | Program support | $800,000 |
| Oshman Family Jewish Community Center | Program support | $230,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Eastside College Preparatory School Inc | Program support | $31,000 |
| Friends of Bshvil Hamachar Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| Israeli-American Council | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shai Weingarten
- Valerie Hoffman
- David Machluf
Questions people ask
Does Weingarten Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weingarten Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Weingarten Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shai Weingarten (President), Valerie Hoffman (Secretary) and David Machluf (Treasurer).
What does Weingarten Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.