The Weatherstone Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyDarien, Connecticut · EIN 06-1469074 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$475K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$17,500
Total assets$11.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $17,500 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
68% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darien EMS - Post 53 | Darien, CT | Support of Local Emergency Medical Care & Transport. | $100,000 |
| Noroton Volunteer Fire Dept | Noroton, CT | Support for Volunteer Fire Dept. | $100,000 |
| H&L Hope Foundation | North Little Rock, AR | To support children with special needs. | $20,000 |
| Utah Autism Academy | Midvale, UT | Support for autistic children and their families. | $20,000 |
| Neighborhood House | Salt Lake City, UT | Support for programs to educate children and adults through quality, affordable preschool programs, daycare services and support services. | $20,000 |
| Darien Arts Center | Darien, CT | Support of the Arts. | $17,500 |
| National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund | Washington, DC | To honor fallen officers and make it safer for those who serve. | $17,500 |
| Norwalk Police Fund | Norwalk, CT | To support and enhance the social and general welfare of the regular members of the Norwalk police force. | $17,500 |
| Darien Police Association | Darien, CT | To support the Darien Police Department with additional safety equipment and to assist families of slain officers. | $17,500 |
| Mutts with a Mission | Virginia Beach, VA | To provide service dogs to veterans. | $17,500 |
| First Congregational Church of Darien | Darien, CT | Support of Religion. | $17,500 |
| Vested Interest in K9's Inc | East Taunton, MA | Support of law enforcement K-9's. | $17,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Support of medical research and treatment of children with cancer. | $17,500 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | Frederick, MD | Support of rescue and care of donkeys and burros. | $17,500 |
| Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary | Tyler, TX | Support for abused and mistreated cats. | $17,500 |
| The Christian Kennerly Foundation | Mesa, AZ | Support of suicide prevention and mental health awareness programs and student scholarship programs in honor of Christian Kennerly. | $10,000 |
| Angel's Landing Foundation | Eagle Mountain, UT | Support of Equine Therapy. | $10,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Salt Lake City, UT | Support for sanctuary for homeless animals and adoption, spay/neuter and educational programs. | $10,000 |
| Crimson Collective | Salt Lake City, UT | Support for University of Utah student athletes. | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $475,000 | 19 |
| 2024 | $360,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $220,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349104499
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1469074
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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