The Walrath Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Walrath Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $255,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$255,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $360,500 the year before.
83% 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 | $524,000 | 12 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $360,500 | 10 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $255,000 | 14 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Walrath Family 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 The Walrath Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 3 | $122,000 |
| New York | 4 | $80,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Health Defense | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Grassroots Environmental Education Inc | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Childrens Health Defense | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Arts to End Genocide | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Childrens Health Defense | Charitable | $10,000 |
| National Center for Homeopathy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Saint Andrew's School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Kevin Babington Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Movember Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Inner-City Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
| James B Lee Jr Scholarship Fund in Honor of Joseph A McBride | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Walrath
- Michelle Walrath
Questions people ask
Does The Walrath Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Walrath Family Foundation give?
$255,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Walrath Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Walrath (Trustee) and Michelle Walrath (Trustee).
What does The Walrath Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.