The Julia A Whitney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Julia A Whitney Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$110,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $105,000 | 2 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $106,500 | 3 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $110,000 | 4 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Julia A Whitney 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $110,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital for Special Surgery | General Support | $60,000 |
| Student Advocacy | General Support + 30th Annual Overcoming the Odds Celebration | $30,000 |
| GeoSentinel Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Institute for Integrative Gastroenterology | General Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Faye Dewitt
- David Godfrey
Questions people ask
Does The Julia A Whitney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Julia A Whitney Foundation give?
$110,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Julia A Whitney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Faye Dewitt (President) and David Godfrey (Treasurer).