Sam E and Burnice C Wittelfoundation
Invitation OnlyJackson, Mississippi · EIN 20-4028699 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$180K
Organizations funded28
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
From the return
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
46% of grants went outside Mississippi.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi Center for Public Policy | Jackson, MS | General | $30,000 |
| Ixo | Chattanooga, TN | General | $20,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Jackson, MS | General | $13,000 |
| Febc - Korea in Los Angeles | LA Mirada, CA | General | $12,000 |
| Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum | Jackson, MS | General | $11,000 |
| New Stage Theatre | Jackson, MS | General | $10,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Washington, DC | General | $10,000 |
| The Hoover Institution | Stanford, CA | General | $10,000 |
| African Bible Colleges | Clinton, MS | General | $5,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Scottsdale, AZ | General | $5,000 |
| Belhaven University | Jackson, MS | Education | $5,000 |
| Friends of Mississippi Dentistry | Ridgeland, MS | Healthcare | $5,000 |
| Independent Institute | Oakland, CA | General | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Washington, DC | General | $5,000 |
| Media Research Center | Reston, VA | General | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | General | $5,000 |
| Wilson Research Foundation | Jackson, MS | General | $5,000 |
| The Fund for American Studies | Washington, DC | General | $3,000 |
| Indopartners Agency Inc | Mesa, AZ | General | $2,500 |
| Desire Street Ministries | Atlanta, GA | General | $2,000 |
| Jackson Heart Foundation | Jackson, MS | Healthcare | $2,000 |
| Palmer Home for Children | Lake Cormorant, MS | General | $2,000 |
| Young Life | Colorado Springs, CO | General | $2,000 |
| Mississippi Children's Museum | Jackson, MS | General. | $1,500 |
| The Little Lighthouse of Central Mississippi | Jackson, MS | General | $1,500 |
| The Mcclean Fletcher Center | Jackson, MS | General | $1,000 |
| The William Cliff Heaton Jr Foundation | Lyon, MS | General | $1,000 |
| River of Pearls Nsdar | Ridgeland, MS | General | $750 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $180,250 | 28 |
| 2023 | $123,250 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533149349102108
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-4028699
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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