Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,444 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $25,444. 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$26,444
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$25,444
- Assets$593,843
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,835 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,506 | 5 | $491,277 |
| 2024 | $19,835 | 4 | $512,784 |
| 2025 | $26,444 | 3 | $593,843 |
How to apply
Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund 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 Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $25,944 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hinsdale Sanitarium and Hospital | Unrestricted general | $25,444 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted general | $500 |
| Daughters of the Amer Revolution | Unrestricted general | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund give?
$26,444 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Bertha & Robert M Whitson Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and human services.