Weaver Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weaver Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fridley, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,400 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$50,400
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,650 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $47,650 | 15 | $2,011 |
| 2025 | $50,400 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Weaver 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 Weaver Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 13 | $48,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Church of Christ | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Tool Library | unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestra | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Bob Stewart Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Sundown Horse Rescue | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Friends of the Mississippi | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Davis COunty Dollars for Scholars | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sharing and Caring Hands | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Community Support Center | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Unrestricted | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon Weaver
- Delores Weaver
- Mary Davis
Questions people ask
Does Weaver Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weaver Family Foundation give?
$50,400 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Weaver Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gordon Weaver (President Treasurer), Delores Weaver (Director) and Mary Davis (Secretary).
What does Weaver Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.