The Whitt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Whitt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $455,000 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$455,000
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $445,000 the year before.
7% 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 | $355,000 | 29 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $445,000 | 32 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $455,000 | 33 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
The Whitt 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 Whitt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 10 | $160,000 |
| California | 6 | $85,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $40,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted charitable | $60,000 |
| Three Square Food Bank | Unrestricted charitable | $50,000 |
| Days for Girls | Unrestricted charitable | $25,000 |
| Partners in Health | Unrestricted charitable | $25,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern NV | Unrestricted charitable | $25,000 |
| Core | Unrestricted charitable | $25,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted charitable | $25,000 |
| Sacred Heart Medical Center | Unrestricted charitable | $25,000 |
| Community Outreach Patient Empowerm | Unrestricted charitable | $20,000 |
| Champions for Children | Unrestricted charitable | $15,000 |
| Our Center | Unrestricted chartiable | $15,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Las Vegas | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| Spread the Word Nevada | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| Girls on the Run | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| NV Partnership for Homeless Youth | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| Colorado I Have A Dream Foundation | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted charitable | $10,000 |
| MS SOCIETY co LEFT HAND FOUNDATION | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Sanctuary | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| The Gentle Barn | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Girls Inc of Orange County | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Msi United States | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Paws and Stripes | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| The Lullaby Connection | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Nevada | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Life Transition Meditation Center | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Orange County Animal Allies | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Pet Partners | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David K Wallace
- Diane Wallace
- Lori Marrs
- Daniel Whitt
Questions people ask
Does The Whitt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Whitt Family Foundation give?
$455,000 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Whitt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David K Wallace (Pres/Dir), Diane Wallace (Sec/Cfo/Dir), Lori Marrs (Director) and Daniel Whitt (Director).
What does The Whitt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and youth programs.