Whitney Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Whitney Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hamilton, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,980 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $6,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$77,980
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,850 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 | $82,700 | 20 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $75,850 | 20 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $77,980 | 20 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Scott Haveson 1414 1st Ave West Apt 602, Seattle, WA 98119 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (609) 890-9189 |
| What to submit | Charitable purpose for the request |
| Deadlines | 9/30 |
| Restrictions | Must be for a charitable, educational, scientific or religious purpose. |
What Whitney Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $17,430 |
| California | 4 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $8,700 |
| Maryland | 2 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,750 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,750 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,750 |
| New York | 1 | $3,750 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,750 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa Jewish Community Centers & Federation | Operating fund | $6,000 |
| Chabad Chai of South Tampa | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Pasado's Safe Haven | To help animals | $5,000 |
| Animals Angels USA | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Castleton Ranch Horse Rescue | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Defenders of Animal Rights | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Farm Sanctuary Inc | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | To help education of youth | $3,750 |
| Joyce's Voices for Cats | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Lifesavers Wild Horse | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Mylestone Equine Rescue | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Noahs Lost Ark Exotic Animal Rescue | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Redwings Horse Sanctuary | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Return to Freedom | To help animals | $3,750 |
| South Florida Wildlife Center | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Wildcat Sanctuary | To help animals | $3,750 |
| Paws | To help animals | $3,700 |
| Northwood Education Foundation | To help education of youth | $3,100 |
| Florida Holocaust Museum | Educational | $2,680 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack Ross
- Scott Haveson
Questions people ask
Does Whitney Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 9/30.
How much does Whitney Charitable Foundation give?
$77,980 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Whitney Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jack Ross (Trustee/Director) and Scott Haveson (Trustee/Director).
What does Whitney Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and education.