Whaley Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Whaley Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Durham, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $2.1 million. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $84,790 the year before.
40% 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 | $84,213 | 7 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $84,790 | 7 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
Whaley 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 Whaley Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $2.1 million |
| North Carolina | 3 | $47,456 |
| Maryland | 5 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Whaley Family Fund A Daf) | Support charitable mission | $2.1 million |
| Tennessee Tech University Foundation | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation Inc | Scholarships | $19,956 |
| Triangle Day School | Tds annual fund | $17,500 |
| Action Kivu | Support charitable mission | $10,000 |
| The Botanical Garden Foundation Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Salisbury University Foundation Inc | School of liberal arts | $7,000 |
| Beach to Bay Heritage Area | Support charitable mission | $4,000 |
| Wicomico Public Library Friends Foundation | Support charitable mission | $3,000 |
| Salisbury University Foundation Inc | Adventures in ideas humanities series | $3,000 |
| Salisbury Art Space | Operating support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary M Whaley
- Donald M Whaley
- Jason M Whaley
- Leanne Whaley Owens
Questions people ask
Does Whaley Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whaley Family Foundation Inc give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Whaley Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary M Whaley (President and Cfo), Donald M Whaley (Vice President), Jason M Whaley (Treasurer, Asst Secretary) and Leanne Whaley Owens (Secretary, Asst Treasurer).
What does Whaley Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.