The Kat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kat Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $857,368 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $857,368 and the largest $857,368. 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$857,368
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$857,368
- Largest grant$857,368
- Assets$19.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $729,704 the year before.
0% 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 | $1.0 million | 1 | $17.0 million |
| 2023 | $729,704 | 1 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $857,368 | 1 | $19.0 million |
How to apply
The Kat 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 | 1 | $857,368 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached List | General charitable purposes | $857,368 |
Officers and trustees
- George W Wellde Jr
- Patricia A Wellde
Questions people ask
Does The Kat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kat Foundation give?
$857,368 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $857,368.
Who runs The Kat Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George W Wellde Jr (Trustee) and Patricia A Wellde (Trustee).