Whelan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whelan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,350 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $62,000. 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$90,350
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$62,000
- Assets$57,603
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,980 the year before.
60% 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 | $88,900 | 5 | $32,557 |
| 2024 | $82,980 | 9 | $24,204 |
| 2025 | $90,350 | 10 | $57,603 |
How to apply
Whelan 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 Whelan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 8 | $67,850 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Ford Health System | To support charitable purposes | $62,000 |
| Isidore Newman School | To support charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana | To support charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| University of Michigan Corp | To support charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Grosse Pointe Park Foundation | To support charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| The Helm at the Boll Life Center | To support charitable purposes | $500 |
| Henry Ford Health System - Oncostat | To support charitable purposes | $500 |
| Henry Ford Health System - Superwoman Fund | To support charitable purposes | $400 |
| Racquetup Detroit | To support charitable purposes | $250 |
| Rose Hill Foundation | To support charitable purposes | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- William F Whelan
- Kathleen J Whelan
- Brian C Whelan
- Michael P Whelan
Questions people ask
Does Whelan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whelan Family Foundation give?
$90,350 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Whelan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William F Whelan (President/Director), Kathleen J Whelan (Treasurer/Secretary), Brian C Whelan (Director) and Michael P Whelan (Director).
What does Whelan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.