The Witthoey Foundation Inc
Historical FunderWestport, Connecticut · EIN 52-2143620 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $41,666.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JUDY PHARES |
|---|---|
| Address | 3 LAMPLIGHT LANE, WESTPORT CT 06880 |
| Phone | 4104671723 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST |
| Deadlines | MAY 15 |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
90% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Inc | Baltimore, MD | General support | $272,000 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | Westport, CT | General support | $70,000 |
| The Walters Art Museum | Baltimore, MD | General support | $41,666 |
| Everyman Theatre | Baltimore, MD | General support | $25,000 |
| New York City Ballet | New York, NY | General support | $15,000 |
| Philly Seeds | Philadelphia, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| Maui Classical Music Festival | Kihei, HI | General support | $10,000 |
| Baltimore Squashwise | Baltimore, MD | General support | $10,000 |
| Arts for Learning Md | Baltimore, MD | General support | $10,000 |
| Bso Orchkids | Baltimore, MD | General support | $10,000 |
| America Share USA Inc | New York, NY | General support | $1,750 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $475,416 | 11 |
| 2023 | $318,417 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349100726
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-2143620
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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