Kenneth Whalen Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Diego, California · EIN 81-0788122 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $350,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
42% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alport Syndrome Foundation Inc | Scottsdale, AZ | General | $400,000 |
| Rady's Children's Hospital | San Diego, CA | General | $350,000 |
| Captivating International | LA Jolla, CA | General | $175,000 |
| Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition | National City, CA | General | $90,000 |
| The Monarch School | Houston, TX | General | $80,000 |
| Albion 12 Foundation | San Diego, CA | General | $20,000 |
| Huntsman Foundation | Salt Lake City, UT | General | $14,590 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($400,504). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,530,094 | 10 |
| 2023 | $1,586,000 | 7 |
| 2022 | $1,642,700 | 12 |
| 2021 | $1,800,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632249349100513
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-0788122
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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