Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger
The Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger Foundation is a private family foundation based in Caldwell, Idaho. Established in 1970 and commencing grantmaking activities in 1973, the foundation was created through the will of Ethel Bales Whittenberger, an elementary school teacher who passed away in 1970. Her husband, Claude R. Whittenberger, was an osteopathic physician. The couple was active in civic, educational, religious, and cultural affairs throughout their lives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$5.4M
+1.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$369K
+5.5% YoY
Grant Count
65
+10.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$6K
-4.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger reported a distributable amount of $385K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Whittenberger Foundation prioritizes innovative and enriching projects that significantly improve the quality of life for children and young people. The foundation's mission continues Mrs. Whittenberger's lifelong commitment to the welfare of children, as outlined in her Last Will and Testament.
Primary funding areas include:
- Education
- Arts and culture
- Health and wellness
- Social welfare
- Youth recreation
- Environmental initiatives
The foundation will consider nearly any type of local nonprofit cause or topic that directly impacts the lives of local children in Southwest Idaho.
Grantmaking
The foundation prefers to support short-term, high-impact projects. It will consider long-term nonprofit initiatives that demonstrate potential for matching grants or independent funding beyond Whittenberger Foundation support.
Grant Range
s & Frequency:**
Review Cycle
August 15th
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation exclusively supports nonprofit organizations in Southwest Idaho. It does not support activities outside of Idaho. Caldwell and Boise youth-centered nonprofits fare particularly well with this funder.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $5,422,183
- Total Revenue: $751,000
- Total Expenses: $439,000
- Total Liabilities: $203,000
- Total Giving: $368,965
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,422,183 | $5,335,790 | $5,165,212 |
| Revenue | $751,298 | $484,588 | $396,444 |
| Expenses | $438,811 | $404,264 | $402,917 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $377,806 | $355,705 | $355,260 |
| Net Investment Income | $700,045 | $442,175 | $353,703 |
| Distributable Amount | $384,889 | $351,964 | $352,664 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include College of Idaho ($40,000), Destination Caldwell ($25,000), Boys and Girls Club Canyon County ($10,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ADVOCATES AGAINST FAMILY VIOLENCE CALDWELL, ID | SUPPORTING THE YOUTH PROGRAM | $6,500 |
| ARMORAL TUTTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY NEW PLYMOUTH, ID | PURCHASE BOOKS FOR LIBRARY | $1,200 |
| ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF BOISE GARDEN CITY, ID | OPERATION SCHOOL BELL PROGRAM | $5,000 |
| BOISE BAROQUE ORCHESTRA BOISE, ID | SUPPORT SUMMER BAROQUE INSTITUTE | $2,500 |
| BOISE BICYCLE PROJECT BOISE, ID | DISTRIBUTE 100 BIKES & SAFETY EQUIP | $2,500 |
| BOISE PHILHARMONIC ASSOCIATION BOISE, ID | ANNUAL SCHOOL CONCERTS | $5,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB CANYON COUNTY NAMPA, ID | AFTER SCHOOL YOUTH PROGRAM | $5,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB CANYON COUNTY NAMPA, ID | SUPPORTING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS | $10,000 |
| BREAKING CHAINS ACADEMY OF DEVELOP NAMPA, ID | CANYON COUNTY YOUTH EMPOWERMENT | $5,000 |
| CALDWELL CHRISTIAN CHURCH CALDWELL, ID | SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CHRISTIAN COLLEGE | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELAINE CARPENTER | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| TIM ROSANDICK | CHAIRMAN | — | — |
| SCOTT GIPSON | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| LAURA MOYLAN | TREASURER | — | — |
| MIKE GROFF | SECRETARY | — | — |
| ESTELLA ZAMORA | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| PATRICK MILLER | DIRECTOR | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation announced that 2026 grant application forms are now available, with changes to submission requirements and a new application deadline of August 15th.
Winther Foundation Awards $90,585 in GrantsFrequently Asked Questions
What does Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger fund?
The Whittenberger Foundation prioritizes innovative and enriching projects that significantly improve the quality of life for children and young people. The foundation's mission continues Mrs. Whittenberger's lifelong commitment to the welfare of children, as outlined in her Last Will and Testament. Primary funding areas include: • Education • Arts and culture • Health and wellness • Social welfare • Youth recreation • Environmental initiatives The foundation will consider nearly any type of lo…
How do I apply for a grant from Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger?
**Grant Sizes & Frequency:** • Typical grant awards range from $500 to $45,000 • The foundation accepts grant applications once per year **Grantmaking Approach:** The foundation prefers to support short-term, high-impact projects. It will consider long-term nonprofit initiatives that demonstrate potential for matching grants or independent funding beyond Whittenberger Foundation support. In evaluating grant requests, the foundation considers available financial resources and seeks opportunities…
Where does Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger make grants?
The foundation exclusively supports nonprofit organizations in Southwest Idaho. It does not support activities outside of Idaho. Caldwell and Boise youth-centered nonprofits fare particularly well with this funder.
What size grants does Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger award?
In 2024, Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger awarded 65 grants totaling $369K — an average of about $6K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger reported a distributable amount of $385K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger's EIN?
Claude R & Ethel B Whittenberger's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7092604. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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