Weiss Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weiss Family Foundation is a private foundation in Miami Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $2.1 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$3.5 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$98.5 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.6 million the year before.
23% 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 | $4.6 million | 38 | $102 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 22 | $98.5 million |
How to apply
Weiss 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.
What Weiss Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $2.7 million |
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $617,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Say Yes Buffalo Scholarship | To support programs that promote post-secondary education for at-risk children. | $2.1 million |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | To support savings lives in israel | $441,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the football program. | $170,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the dermatology program. | $125,000 |
| Horatio Alger | To support individuals who personify the american dream | $100,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the wein professorship | $100,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | To support programs for the purpose of sustaining, encouraging,and promoting musical art. | $70,000 |
| Milken Institute | To support programs to improve the lives and economic conditions of diverse populations. | $50,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To suppor the squash program. | $50,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the lacross program. | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania Regional Training Center | To support the pennsylvania wrestling program. | $30,000 |
| Ivy Football Association | To support ivy league football | $25,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the tennis program. | $25,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the wrestling program | $25,000 |
| The Jewish Museum | To support the museum | $25,000 |
| Community Information Trust | To support operations of the nation's first technology library | $20,000 |
| Cocoa Packs | To provide food and support to local children in need. | $15,000 |
| Beyond the Basics Inc | To support thier mission of servicing communities throughout the country | $15,000 |
| National Cares Mentoring Movement Inc | To support the charity's general mission | $12,500 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the baseball program | $10,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the soccer program. | $10,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To support the weightman strategic initiatives | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Flax
- George A Weiss
Questions people ask
Does Weiss Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weiss Family Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Weiss Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rachel Flax (Executive Director) and George A Weiss (Former Trustee).
What does Weiss Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.