Weeks Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Weeks Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Fredericksburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,410 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $33,310. 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$200,410
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$33,310
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,420 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $36,900 | 10 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $115,420 | 10 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $200,410 | 13 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Weeks Charitable Trust 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 Weeks Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | $147,100 |
| Georgia | 1 | $33,310 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United With Hope | Support the organization's charitable activities | $33,310 |
| Project Hope | Support the organization's charitable activities | $30,000 |
| Love of Vietnam Expressed | Support the organization's charitable activities | $24,100 |
| Mercy Uganda | Support the organization's charitable activities | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | Support the organization's charitable activities | $20,000 |
| Lydia House International | Support the organization's charitable activities | $12,000 |
| Cause 4 Paws | Support the organization's charitable activitiessupport the organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank | Support the organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Rikki's Refuge | Support the organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| SPCA | Support the organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Leashes of Valor | Support the organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Virginia Kincheloe Spayneuter | Support the organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Operation Paws for Homes | Support the organization's charitable activities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda F Weeks
- Joanne A Whitlow
- Joshua D Kelly
Questions people ask
Does Weeks Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weeks Charitable Trust give?
$200,410 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Weeks Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda F Weeks (Trustee), Joanne A Whitlow (Trustee) and Joshua D Kelly (Trustee).
What does Weeks Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.