Washburn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Washburn Family Foundation is a private foundation in New Castle, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,200 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $3,500. 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$10,200
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$263,061
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $10,000 | 14 | $216,170 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 14 | $231,752 |
| 2025 | $10,200 | 13 | $263,061 |
How to apply
Washburn 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 Washburn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $8,550 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,100 |
| Virginia | 2 | $350 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Church Preservation Trust | Washburn house | $3,500 |
| The Wistar Institute | General operating | $3,500 |
| American Red Cross | Mabel boardman society | $1,000 |
| Philabundance | General operating | $600 |
| Brandywine Conservancy | General operating | $250 |
| Natural Lands Trust | General operating | $250 |
| Willistown Conservation Trust | General operating | $250 |
| Nature Conservancy | General operating | $250 |
| St Martin's Church | General operating | $200 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General operating | $100 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | General operating | $100 |
| National Wildlife Foundation | General operating | $100 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth A Pesce
- Mark D Washburn
- Diana J Slaymaker
Questions people ask
Does Washburn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Washburn Family Foundation give?
$10,200 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Washburn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth A Pesce (President Treasurer), Mark D Washburn (Vice President) and Diana J Slaymaker (Secretary).
What does Washburn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.