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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Wellman Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a collaborative approach to support. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$5.6K
2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
42%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$500
Median 2nd year grant
$1K
F
F Selby Wellman Jr
Board Member
B
Brent Alan Wellman
Employee
D
Donna Bias Wellman
Employee

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New York. 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 WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $5,615. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NEUSE RIVER GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE INC, LILY'S PLACE INC, and WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE WELLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.