Whitener Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whitener Family Foundation is a private foundation in Abilene, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $565,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$565,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $489,568 the year before.
63% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $540,000 | 12 | $11.3 million |
| 2023 | $489,568 | 15 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $565,000 | 19 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
Whitener 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 Whitener Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $300,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $160,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $30,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bible Training Center for Pastors | Support for training pastors for foreign ministry | $100,000 |
| Abilene Performing Arts Center | Support for general operations | $85,000 |
| Regional Victims Crisis | Support for general operations | $80,000 |
| Fellowship of Companies for Christ International | Support for general operations | $60,000 |
| Lantern Project | Support for general operations | $50,000 |
| Big Country Casa | Support for general operations | $25,000 |
| First Baptist Santa Fe | Support for general operations | $20,000 |
| Noah Project | Support for general operations | $20,000 |
| Pregnancy Resources | Support for general operations | $20,000 |
| Global Samaritan | Support for general operations | $20,000 |
| Christian Homes | Support for general operations | $20,000 |
| Merry Heart Camp | Support for general operations | $15,000 |
| All Kind | Support for general operations | $10,000 |
| Faber Institute | Support for general operations | $10,000 |
| West Texas Rehabilitation Center | Support for general operations | $10,000 |
| Oregon Repertory Singers | Support for general operations | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Abilene | Support for general operations | $5,000 |
| Men of Nemiah | Support for general operations | $5,000 |
| Jeremiahs Hope | Support for general operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary R Whitener
- Lauren Whitener
- Bobby Mitchell
Questions people ask
Does Whitener Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whitener Family Foundation give?
$565,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Whitener Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary R Whitener (Officer), Lauren Whitener (Director) and Bobby Mitchell (Director).
What does Whitener Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.