Weinberger Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weinberger Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hinsdale, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $4,375 and the largest $25,000. 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$65,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$4,375
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $40,000 | 8 | $925,708 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 10 | $962,690 |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 10 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Weinberger 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 Weinberger Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $16,250 |
| Illinois | 2 | $8,750 |
| Colorado | 2 | $7,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield Mount Hermon School | Provide scholarship funding for underprivileged students | $25,000 |
| Coral Restoration Foundation | Provide support for efforts to protect and restore florida's coral reef system | $10,000 |
| HCS Family Services | Provide support for food pantry operations | $6,250 |
| Star of the Sea Foundation | Provides food support and essential services to indigent and underprivileged residents in key west / monroe cty | $5,250 |
| Alveus Sanctuary | Functions as a wildlife sanctuary and as a virtual education center facility to provide permanent homes to non-releasable animal ambassadors | $5,000 |
| Denver Inner City Parish | Provide health and nutrition, aging, hunger relief, education, community support, and immigrant support | $3,750 |
| Denver Children's Home | Provide a comprehensive continuum of care for children and families facing challenges such as abuse, neglect, and mental health issues in denver area | $3,750 |
| Heal Palestine | Provide support to aid palestinian children in rebuilding their lives | $2,500 |
| Dupagepads | Mission to end homelessness in dupage county, illinois | $2,500 |
| Keys to Be the Change | Proivde support for programs that improve health, wellness, and life skills | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Weinberger
- Shannon Weinberger
- Kellan Weinberger
- Aidan Weinberger
Questions people ask
Does Weinberger Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weinberger Family Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $4,375.
Who runs Weinberger Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joel Weinberger (Co-Treasurer), Shannon Weinberger (President), Kellan Weinberger (Secretary) and Aidan Weinberger (Co-Treasurer).
What does Weinberger Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and human services.