The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation is a private foundation in Merrillville, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $11,210 and the largest $800,000. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$11,210
- Largest grant$800,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
85% 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 | $2.7 million | 36 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 8 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 35 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Bruce and Beth 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 The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $1.2 million |
| Wyoming | 27 | $531,133 |
| Indiana | 2 | $520,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $74,335 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Big Shoulders Fund | Northwest indiana initiative | $800,000 |
| Purdue for Life Foundation | White lodging services head of hospitality and tourism management endowment ($250,000) and white family scholars ($250,000) | $500,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Support for humanitarian dinners | $300,000 |
| Platte Valley Community Center Foun | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $102,475 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Patrons program at our lady of guadalupe school. | $100,000 |
| Back on My Feet Foundation | Matching funds | $74,335 |
| Valley Village Childcare | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $50,000 |
| North Platte Valley Medical Center | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $50,000 |
| Friends of Saratoga Library | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $50,000 |
| Saratoga Lions Club | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $50,000 |
| Saratoga Volunteer Fire Department | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $47,665 |
| Church of St Ann | General support | $25,000 |
| Grand Encampment Museum | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $24,100 |
| Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation | Sponsorship of mitch daniels foundation annual event | $20,000 |
| Encampment Riverside Friends of Lib | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $15,218 |
| Platte Valley Legacy Foundation Inc | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $14,000 |
| Individual | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $13,300 |
| Ryan Park Volunteer Fire Deprtment | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $11,210 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Chicago | Bgcc woman's board scholarship pledge | $10,000 |
| Upper Valley Search Rescue | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $9,525 |
| Individual | $9,450 | |
| Woodchoppers Jamboree Rodeo Inc | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $8,500 |
| Platte Valley Ministrial Foundation | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $8,350 |
| Saratoga Museum | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $8,150 |
| Individual | $7,280 | |
| Individual | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $7,000 |
| Individual | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $6,500 |
| Individual | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $4,500 |
| Encampment Presbyterian Church | Embrace the valley matching contribution for food pantry | $4,150 |
| Individual | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $1,925 |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $1,250 |
| Platte Valley Arts Council | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $1,035 |
| Platte River Rodeo Association | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $1,000 |
| Platte Valley 4-H Shooting Sports | Embrace the valley matching contribution | $700 |
| Bevo 4-H Club | Embrace the valley fundraising matching funds | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Corinne White Troise
- Elizabeth E White
- Conner White
- Patrick White
- Bruce B Hoffmann
Questions people ask
Does The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $11,210.
Who runs The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Corinne White Troise (Vice President), Elizabeth E White (President), Conner White (Vice President) and Patrick White (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Bruce and Beth White Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.