White Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
White Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $3.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.2 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$3.1 million
- Assets$9.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.4 million the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $113,750 | 8 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 9 | $11.0 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 11 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
White 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 White Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $3.1 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $37,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | For educational services | $3.1 million |
| Individual | For ealth care services | $50,000 |
| Phoenix House | For health care services | $25,000 |
| Individual | For educational services | $20,000 |
| New York Historical Society | For community service | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Defense of Democraci | For foreign policy studies | $10,000 |
| Camp Sunshine | For community service | $7,500 |
| Sister of Saint Joseph of Springfie | For religious services | $2,500 |
| Church of St Paul the Apostle | For religious services | $2,000 |
| Student Advocacy Center | For community service | $1,000 |
| Kairos Prison Ministry | For community service | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- W Christopher White
- Megan A Grossman
Questions people ask
Does White Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does White Family Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs White Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Christopher White (Investment TTEE) and Megan A Grossman (Trustee).
What does White Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.