The Westervelt Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Westervelt Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $71,300 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$71,300
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $65,627 the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 | $65,627 | 19 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $71,300 | 23 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Westervelt 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 The Westervelt Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to District of Columbia. It also paid $7,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 8 | $29,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $8,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge in America | General operations | $10,000 |
| Phillips Collection | General operations | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General operations | $10,000 |
| Spread the Vote | General operations | $10,000 |
| Harbor Camps | General operations | $6,000 |
| Yorkist History Trust | Project on the executor's accounts and probate inventories of sir thomas charleton | $6,000 |
| Cabot Community Assoc | General operations | $3,000 |
| N Street Village Inc | General operations | $3,000 |
| Keegan Theatre | General operations | $3,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | General operations | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operations | $1,000 |
| Washington Latin PCS | General operations | $1,000 |
| Friends of SWS | General operations | $1,000 |
| University of St Andrews American Foundation | General operationis | $1,000 |
| City Rescue Mission | General operations | $500 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General operations | $500 |
| Friends of the GTM Reserve Inc | General operations | $500 |
| Jacksonville Humane Society | General operations | $500 |
| National Wildlife Federation | General operations | $500 |
| Scenic & Historic Costal A1A Byway | General operations | $500 |
| WJCT Inc | General operations | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General operations | $500 |
| Wildflower Donors Inc - Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center | General operations | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Theron Westervelt
Questions people ask
Does The Westervelt Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Westervelt Charitable Trust give?
$71,300 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Westervelt Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Theron Westervelt (Trustee).
What does The Westervelt Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, international and environment and conservation.