Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc
Preselected recipients only
Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc is a private foundation in Dayton, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $245,900 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$245,900
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$29.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $318,850 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $269,755 | 15 | $24.0 million |
| 2024 | $318,850 | 18 | $26.1 million |
| 2025 | $245,900 | 14 | $29.7 million |
How to apply
Nick and Edna Weller Charities 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $160,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $80,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $5,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation to Assist Young Musicians | Education | $80,000 |
| Dayton Performing Arts Alliance | Education | $30,000 |
| Black Brothers-Black Sisters Involvement | Education | $25,000 |
| Learning Tree Farm | Education | $25,000 |
| The Tandana Foundation Inc | Education | $15,000 |
| 4 Paws for Ability | Education | $10,000 |
| Just A Pair of Shoes | Childrens services | $10,000 |
| McLendon Institute for Learning | Education | $10,000 |
| The Foodbank Inc | Nutrition | $10,000 |
| We Care Arts | Education | $10,000 |
| Young Ladies Aspiring Greatness | Education | $10,000 |
| National Society Sons of the American Revolution | Education | $5,000 |
| Dayton Diaper Depot | Childrens services | $5,000 |
| Ladies Auxillary Ohssar | Education | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Weller
- Mark Weller
- Thomas Weller
Questions people ask
Does Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc give?
$245,900 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Weller (Director), Mark Weller (Director) and Thomas Weller (Director/Ceo).
What does Nick and Edna Weller Charities Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.