The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc
Accepts applications
The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc is a private foundation in Millbrook, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,750 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$81,750
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $83,000 the year before.
27% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $83,750 | 26 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $83,000 | 27 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $81,750 | 30 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The George Whalen Jr Foundation Inc PO Box Ac, Millbrook, NY 12545 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (845) 677-3434 |
| What to submit | Requests for funding should be made to the foundation explaining the purpose of the funding. The foundation supports organizations that are tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code. The foundation tries not to impose a rigid application procedure and makes every effort to be responsible and flexible. |
What The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 26 | $68,750 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Community Partnership Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Berkshire Taconic | General operations | $10,000 |
| Cardinal Hayes Home | General operations | $7,000 |
| Mid Hudson Regional Hospital | General operations | $5,000 |
| Northeast Millerton Library | General operations | $5,000 |
| Townscape | General operations | $5,000 |
| Church of the Immaculate Conception | General operations | $3,000 |
| Grace Church | General operations | $3,000 |
| Hudson Valley Hospice | General operations | $3,000 |
| Maplebrook School | General operations | $3,000 |
| Vassar Brothers Hospital | General operations | $3,000 |
| Wethersfield Foundation | General operations | $3,000 |
| Angels of Light | General operations | $2,500 |
| Central Baptist Church | General operations | $2,000 |
| Archdiocese of New York | General operations | $2,000 |
| Innisfree Foundation | General operations | $2,000 |
| Millbrook Rescue Squad | General operations | $2,000 |
| Millbrook Central School | General operations | $1,500 |
| Amenia Free Library | General operations | $1,000 |
| Dutchess Outreach | General operations | $1,000 |
| Miles of Hope | General operations | $1,000 |
| Millbrook Early Childhood Education Center | General operations | $1,000 |
| Millbrook Library | General operations | $1,000 |
| North East Community Center | General operations | $1,000 |
| Sparrow's Nest | General operations | $1,000 |
| Stanford Library | General operations | $1,000 |
| The Stissing Center | General operations | $500 |
| Lakeville Journal Foundation | General operations | $500 |
| Noble Horizonchi | General operations | $500 |
| Mac-Hayden Theatre | General operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- George T Whalen Jr
- Catherine R Shanks
- George T Whalen III
Questions people ask
Does The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc give?
$81,750 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists George T Whalen Jr (President), Catherine R Shanks (Secretary) and George T Whalen III (VP and Treasurer).
What does The George Whalen Jr FDTN Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.