Weller Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Weller Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $154,137 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$154,137
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $109,953 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $109,953 | 7 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $154,137 | 12 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Weller Family 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 Weller Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 3 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $33,000 |
| New York | 2 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $29,637 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Horse Power | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Food Allergy Fund | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Sanilac County Historical Society Inc | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Chatham Historical Society | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Mama's Mission Inc | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Peace River Wildlife Center Inc | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Snip Collier | Charitable purposes | $13,000 |
| Atlantic White Shark Conservancy | Charitable purposes | $9,637 |
| Naples Retreat | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue Inc | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Pals for Life Foundation | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Newfoundland Club of America Charitable Trust | Charitable purposes | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon T Weller
- Katherine C Thomas
- Emily L O'Connor
- James J Eckl
- Christopher G Weller
- Tobin B Woodruff
Questions people ask
Does Weller Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weller Family Foundation Inc give?
$154,137 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs Weller Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gordon T Weller (Vice President and Director), Katherine C Thomas (President and Director), Emily L O'Connor (Director) and James J Eckl (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Weller Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.