The Westlake Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Westlake Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sterling, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,300 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,250 and the largest $15,000. 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$60,300
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,618 the year before.
55% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,618 | 6 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $60,300 | 11 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Westlake 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 7 | $27,300 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shields & Stripes | Support for programs | $15,000 |
| The Fund of American Studies | Scholarship fund | $7,500 |
| St Joseph's Church | Needs for church | $5,550 |
| Veterans Advocacy Services | Veteran assistance | $5,250 |
| Gabriel Project | Support for programs | $5,250 |
| Food for the Poor | Needs for poor | $5,250 |
| A Place to Be | Support for programs | $5,250 |
| A Farm Less Ordinary | Support for programs | $5,000 |
| Women Giving Back | Support for programs | $5,000 |
| Bishop Lenten's Appeal | Support for programs | $750 |
| Special Olympics | Support for programs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Plofchan
- Kathryn Plofchan
- Kathryn A Plofchan
- Andrew Plofchan
- Thomas K Plofchan III
Questions people ask
Does The Westlake Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Westlake Foundation Inc give?
$60,300 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,250.
Who runs The Westlake Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Plofchan (President), Kathryn Plofchan (Vice President), Kathryn A Plofchan (Bod) and Andrew Plofchan (Bod) among 5 officers and trustees.