The Willinphila Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Willinphila Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $144,423 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$144,423
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,433 the year before.
49% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $61,250 | 43 | $577,289 |
| 2023 | $100,433 | 44 | $721,304 |
| 2024 | $144,423 | 55 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Willinphila 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 Willinphila Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 12 | $49,460 |
| New York | 29 | $38,063 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $12,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 3 | $8,250 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,650 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Montana | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Kenyon College | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $12,500 |
| Augusta Public School | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,500 |
| American Rivers Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Idaho Basecamp | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Montana Land Reliance | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| New York Institute for Special Education | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $8,000 |
| Augusta Area Historical Society | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $5,060 |
| Center for the Collaborative Classroom | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Chamber Music Society Lincoln Center | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Climate Reality | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Montana History Foundation | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Fishers Island Fire Department | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| New York Times Communities Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Brearley School | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Chances for Children | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Core Community Organized Relief Effort | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Musicians Emergency Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| St Bernards School Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Walsh Park Benevolent Corporation | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Whyy Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,650 |
| Augusta Volunteer Fire Department | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| The Battery Conservancy | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Castleton Ranch Horse Rescue Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,250 |
| Center for Comprehensive Health Practice | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,250 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,150 |
| Cares Foundation | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Coalition for Homeless | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Island Health Project | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Let's Win Pancreatic Cancer | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Montana Wilderness School | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Phillips Academy | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| New York Public Radio | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $915 |
| Henry L Ferguson Museum | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $750 |
| Fishers Island Union Chapel | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $700 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $600 |
| Augusta Food Share | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William L Musser Jr
- Linda S Musser
- Philip Adrian Musser
- Lila Musser Preston
Questions people ask
Does The Willinphila Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Willinphila Foundation give?
$144,423 in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Willinphila Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William L Musser Jr (Trustee), Linda S Musser (Trustee), Philip Adrian Musser (Trustee) and Lila Musser Preston (Trustee).
What does The Willinphila Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.