Witman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Witman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $261,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$261,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $253,500 the year before.
8% 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 | $263,000 | 16 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $253,500 | 15 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $261,500 | 16 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Witman Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $253,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University Foundation | Earn By Doing Fund | $150,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | General & Unrestricted | $32,000 |
| The San Diego Foundation | Escondido Foundation Fund | $19,000 |
| Assistance League of Inland North County | General & Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Meals-On-Wheels Greater San Diego Inc | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Assistance League of Inland North County | Funds for 2nd Floor, Attic, and general fund | $7,000 |
| Assistance League of Inland North County | Attic Fund and general support | $6,000 |
| Assistance League of Inland North County | Funds for Duffel Bags, New Ceiling Fans, and general support | $5,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Escondido History Center | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Rangers Legacy Equine Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| San Diego Ag in the Classroom | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Challenged Athletes Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Warrior Foundation Freedom Station | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Ecolife Conservation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Witman
Questions people ask
Does Witman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Witman Family Foundation give?
$261,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Witman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew Witman (Pres, Dir, Sec).