The Hunter Whealdon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hunter Whealdon Foundation is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $36,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,000. 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$36,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $26,500 the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $32,000 | 15 | $0 |
| 2023 | $26,500 | 12 | $0 |
| 2024 | $36,500 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
The Hunter Whealdon 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 Hunter Whealdon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 15 | $32,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest Food Bank | To assist with charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Trinity Christian Community | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Individual | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| New Orleans Mission | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Individual | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| St Francis Xavier Catholic Church | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charity of So | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Deacon Ed's Food and Helping Hand | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Eden House | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| The New Orleans Police and Justice | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | To assist with charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| New Heights Therapy Center | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Hospice of St Tammany | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Memorial Hall Foundatiion | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Please Foundation | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Food for the Poor | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Low Cost Animal Medical Center | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christi | To assist with charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Y Whealdon Jr
- Michael B Whealdon
- Karl E Hoefer
Questions people ask
Does The Hunter Whealdon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hunter Whealdon Foundation give?
$36,500 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Hunter Whealdon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Y Whealdon Jr (President), Michael B Whealdon (Vice President) and Karl E Hoefer (Secretary).
What does The Hunter Whealdon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and health.