William M Weiss Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William M Weiss Foundation is a private foundation in Russell Twp, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $333,550 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$333,550
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $275,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $313,700 | 42 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $275,000 | 43 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $333,550 | 42 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
William M Weiss 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 William M Weiss Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 33 | $294,800 |
| Illinois | 5 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eleanor Rainey Memorial Institute | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Cleveland Kids Book Bank | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Cuyahoga Community College Foundati | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Congregation | Charitable | $23,000 |
| Literacy Cooperative | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Lookingglass Theatr | Charity | $15,000 |
| Inspiration Corporation | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Cleveland City Club | Charitable | $10,800 |
| Cleveland Public Theatre | Charitable | $10,000 |
| College Now Greater Cleveland | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hfla of Northeast Ohio | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Zoological Society | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Fairmount Center for the Arts | Charitable | $7,500 |
| CHN Housing Partners | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Holden Arboretum | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Playhouse Square Foundati | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Lake Erie Ink | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Universal Unitarian Congregation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Youth Opportunities Unlimited | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Center for Arts Inspired Learning | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Great Lakes Science Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Open Doors Academy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Towards Employment | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Values in Action Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hathaway Brown Aspire Program | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Hearts and Hands of Casa | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Chicago Poetry Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ideastream (Wvizwcpn) | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Menorah Park Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| 4 Paws for Ability | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Neo Musical Association | Charity | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Cleveland | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army of Northeast Ohio | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Dana Farber Institute | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Smithsonian Institute | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Motogo | Charity | $1,000 |
| Kroka Expedition | Charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Weiss
- David Weiss
- Anne Singer
Questions people ask
Does William M Weiss Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William M Weiss Foundation give?
$333,550 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs William M Weiss Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey Weiss (Officer), David Weiss (Officer) and Anne Singer (Officer).
What does William M Weiss Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.