Whalen Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 46-5357542 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$74K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$6,500
Total assets$2.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 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
25% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough T1d | Houston, TX | Diabetes cure research | $45,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | Honor first responders and veterans | $20,000 |
| Texas Lions Camp | Kerrville, TX | Tlc-4-Families program funding | $6,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Houston, TX | Alzheimer's research | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $74,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $90,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611319349101671
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-5357542
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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