Whitman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whitman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $267,817 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,658 and the largest $250,000. 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$267,817
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,658
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $194,150 | 45 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 20 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $267,817 | 4 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
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 Whitman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $260,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,317 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New England Deaconess Association | Helping to provide benevolent care and support | $250,000 |
| New England Deaconess Association | Newbury court music program | $10,000 |
| Midnight Mission | Provide housing, recovery, education, and workforce development for homeless | $5,317 |
| The George Washington University | Bob ganz jr scholarship | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Malcolm Whitman
- David L Downie
- Tracy Keller
- William W Downie
- Lindsey W Downie
Questions people ask
Does Whitman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whitman Family Foundation give?
$267,817 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,658.
Who runs Whitman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Malcolm Whitman (President), David L Downie (Secretary), Tracy Keller (Director) and William W Downie (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Whitman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.