The Weiss Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyPalo Alto, California · EIN 04-3421413 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$86K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$697K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
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
87% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Conservation Network | Los Altos, CA | To support wildlife conservation efforts | $21,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Washington, DC | To support wildlife conservation effort | $15,000 |
| Rights Behind Bars | Washington, DC | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $15,000 |
| Food Gatherers | Ann Arbor, MI | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Harlem Children's Zone | New York, NY | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| The Broadway Community | New York, NY | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird Fund | New York, NY | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Blue Ridge Abortion Fund | Charlottesville, VA | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $86,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $70,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600909349100320
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3421413
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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