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The Weatherhead Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives in Louisiana, Texas, and Ohio. It operates on a relationship-based model, providing grants exclusively by invitation and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Physical and earth sciences
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE ADMINISTRATORS OF THE TULANE EDUCATIONAL FUND
$34.7M
54%
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
$5.8M
9%
GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$916.1K
1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Weatherhead Foundation?
No. The Weatherhead Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Weatherhead Foundation give?
The Weatherhead Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Louisiana, Texas, and Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Weatherhead Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Weatherhead Foundation fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $711 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Weatherhead Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Weatherhead Foundation awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $7.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Weatherhead Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Weatherhead Foundation awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include THE ADMINISTRATORS OF THE TULANE EDUCATIONAL FUND, CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY, and GREATER HOUSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Weatherhead Foundation?
The Weatherhead Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.