Abel-Weatherwax Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Abel-Weatherwax Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $174,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $126,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$174,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$126,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $161,500 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $166,500 | 8 | $3.8 million |
| 2023 | $161,500 | 8 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $174,500 | 8 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Abel-Weatherwax 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 Abel-Weatherwax Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $128,500 |
| California | 4 | $28,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grays Harbor Community Foundation | Unrestricted general | $126,000 |
| International Outreach Ministries Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| City of Fountain Valley | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Golden West College Foundation | Unrestricted general | $8,000 |
| McCall Professional Firefighters Inc | Unrestricted general | $8,000 |
| Trabuco Hills High School | Unrestricted general | $6,500 |
| Nightlight Christian Adoptions | Unrestricted general | $3,500 |
| University of Puget Sound | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paige Hounsley
Questions people ask
Does Abel-Weatherwax Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Abel-Weatherwax Foundation give?
$174,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Abel-Weatherwax Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paige Hounsley (President).
What does Abel-Weatherwax Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.