Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $403,400 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$403,400
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $704,700 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $704,700 | 18 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $403,400 | 19 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Michael and Suellen Weir 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 Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $200,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $105,800 |
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ysu Foundation | Charitable | $200,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Charitable | $40,000 |
| WV Northern Shriners | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Students First Fund | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Extra Mile Education Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wings for Vets | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Provident Charter School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Louise of Marillac School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pine Valley Camp | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Children's Christmas Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Judes Children Research Hospital | Charitable | $500 |
| Union Aid Society | Charitable | $200 |
| Child Health Association of Sewickley | Chariable | $100 |
| Boys Town | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael O Weir
- Karen Weir
- Patricia Frederick
Questions people ask
Does Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc give?
$403,400 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael O Weir (Trustee), Karen Weir (Board Member) and Patricia Frederick (Board Member).
What does Michael and Suellen Weir Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.