Whalen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whalen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $74,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $13,250 and the largest $45,000. 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$74,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$13,250
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $120,000 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 | $90,000 | 6 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 6 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $74,000 | 4 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Whalen Family 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 Whalen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $54,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough T1D | Diabetes cure research | $45,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Honor first responders and veterans | $20,000 |
| Texas Lions Camp | Tlc-4-families program funding | $6,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Alzheimer's research | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Whalen
- Virginia A Whalen
- Bradley M Whalen
- Mary Katherine Seibert
- Michele W Stanton
Questions people ask
Does Whalen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whalen Family Foundation give?
$74,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $13,250.
Who runs Whalen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James W Whalen (Vice President & Secretary), Virginia A Whalen (President & Treasurer), Bradley M Whalen (Director) and Mary Katherine Seibert (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Whalen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.