The Whitman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Whitman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $327,258 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$327,258
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $168,393 the year before.
29% 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 | $154,161 | 24 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $168,393 | 26 | $0 |
| 2024 | $327,258 | 32 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
The Whitman 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 Whitman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 30 | $308,758 |
| Illinois | 1 | $16,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Rebuilding New Orleans | General Support | $60,000 |
| St Benilde School | General support | $28,500 |
| Bridge House | General Support | $25,500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General Support | $23,250 |
| Woman's New Life Center | General Support | $21,500 |
| Echo Community | General support | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General support | $16,000 |
| Individual | General support | $15,000 |
| Brother Martin High School | General Support | $11,858 |
| Archbishop Rummel High School | General support | $11,000 |
| Access Pregnancy Center | General support | $11,000 |
| Mt Carmel Academy Scholarship Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | General support | $10,000 |
| One Heart Nola | General support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charismatic Renewal of No | General support | $5,000 |
| St Anthony of Padua Church | General support | $5,000 |
| Brown Pelican Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Northshore Food Bank | General support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charismatic Renewal of New | General support | $5,000 |
| Cbib | General support | $3,500 |
| Individual | General support | $3,500 |
| St Christopher Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Hope and Purpose Ministries | General support | $3,000 |
| Grace House | General Support | $2,500 |
| Fraternus | General support | $2,500 |
| New Orleans Women Children's Shelte | General support | $2,500 |
| Fidelis | General support | $2,500 |
| Volunteers of America | General support | $2,500 |
| Individual | General support | $1,650 |
| Individual | General support | $750 |
| Camp Pelican | General support | $500 |
| Louisiana State Troopers Associatio | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Leigh Whitman
Questions people ask
Does The Whitman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Whitman Family Foundation give?
$327,258 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Whitman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leigh Whitman (President).
What does The Whitman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.