The Whelan Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Whelan Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Huntington, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $141,634 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $6,425 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$141,634
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$6,425
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.4 million
How to apply
The Whelan Foundation Inc 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 Whelan Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $51,634 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dept of Ed Monela | Student loan debt reduction | $25,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| University of Scranton | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| University of Wisconsin | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Camp Northstar | Various childrens activities | $10,000 |
| Earnest Operations | Student loan debt deduction | $10,000 |
| Nelnet Loans | Student loan debt deduction | $10,000 |
| The New Interdisciplinary | Scholarship | $7,850 |
| Adelphi University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| College of New Jersey | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Long Island All-Star Field Hockey | Activities | $2,534 |
| Long Island Cares | Assistance to needy | $2,500 |
| Strength for Life | Assistance to needy | $1,500 |
| Port Washington Library | Various activities | $1,000 |
| Book Fairies | Learning materials | $1,000 |
| Ace Family Foundation | Assistance to needy | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Whelan
- Matthew Whelan
- Louis F Demars
Questions people ask
Does The Whelan Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Whelan Foundation Inc give?
$141,634 in tax year 2023, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $6,425.
Who runs The Whelan Foundation Inc?
Its 2023 filing lists Deborah Whelan (President), Matthew Whelan (Director) and Louis F Demars (Director).
What does The Whelan Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.