Waldron Rise Foundation Inc
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Fairport, New York. It makes grants to nonprofit organizations working to improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of children and adults, with its stated geographic focus in Monroe and Onondaga counties.
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Waldron Rise Foundation Inc gave $434K across 26 grants in 2025 (avg $17K), mostly in New York. 0% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $433,925
- -0.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 26
- -18.8% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $16,689
- +22.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $6,023,814
- -2.6% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 26, 2025)
- Primary geography
- New York (78% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Waldron Rise Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The filing lists the foundation as the contact, states that there are no required forms or materials, and limits awards to organizations described in IRC Section 501(c)(3). The filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
- Review Cycle
- The filing lists no deadlines.
- Deadline
- The filing lists no deadlines.
- Contact
Application contact: Waldron Rise Foundation
Mailing address: PO Box 1734, Fairport, NY 14450
Phone: (585) 421-9824
Website: https://waldronrise.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Waldron Rise Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was BREAKTHROUGHT1D ($96K). Together the top 10 received $357K.
Grant Size Distribution
152 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 142 grants of 152 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation says it invests in organizations in Monroe and Onondaga counties in New York’s Finger Lakes region. Its 2025 filing reports that 78% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 22% to recipients in Maryland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 26 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Waldron Rise Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 0 of 26 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. How we count
- 69% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−8%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 99% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $390K (2020) to $470K (2022). In 2025 it made 26 grants totaling $434K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BREAKTHROUGHT1D Hagerstown, MD | General Support | $96,425 |
| Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Inc Rochester, NY | General Support | $70,000 |
| Rochester General College of Health Careers Rochester, NY | General Support | $50,000 |
| David's Refuge East Syracuse, NY | General Support | $35,000 |
| Autismup Inc Rochester, NY | General Support | $25,000 |
| Rochester Rotary Charitable Trusts Inc Rochester, NY | General Support | $25,000 |
| Mary Cariola Center Inc Rochester, NY | General Support | $16,000 |
| Shepard Home - End of Life Care Penfield, NY | General Support | $15,000 |
| The Rochester Friendly Home Rochester, NY | General Support | $15,000 |
| Equicenter Honeoye Falls, NY | General Support | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,023,814 | $351,786 | $510,761 | $433,925 | 26 | $449,998 | $291,023 | $456,199 |
| 2024 | $6,182,789 | $500,793 | $503,839 | $435,000 | 32 | $448,683 | $445,637 | $428,261 |
| 2023 | $6,185,835 | $420,008 | $499,909 | $400,000 | 32 | $455,141 | $375,240 | $391,399 |
| 2022 | $6,265,736 | $356,989 | $539,241 | $470,000 | 37 | $481,609 | $299,357 | $435,411 |
| 2021 | $6,447,988 | $503,578 | $514,817 | $455,000 | 25 | — | $448,789 | $441,744 |
| 2020 | $6,459,227 | $418,682 | $440,605 | $390,000 | 28 | — | $373,970 | $389,515 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Waldron Rise Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $456K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is to support nonprofit organizations that improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of children and adults. Its website says it generally invests in organizations and programs addressing those needs.
Its 2025 grantees include organizations with a range of missions. For example, AutismUp says it supports people with autism spectrum disorder and their families; David’s Refuge says it provides respite, resources, and support to caregivers of children with special needs or life-threatening medical conditions; and EquiCenter says it promotes growth, wellness, and educational opportunities through horses, horticulture, and nature-based experiences. The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra describes its mission as inspiring, engaging, and enriching the community through music.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 26 grants totaling $433,925. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $96,425, with a median grant of $10,000. The largest awards included $96,425 to BREAKTHROUGHT1D for general support; $70,000 to Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Inc for general support; $50,000 to Rochester General College of Health Careers for general support; and $35,000 to David’s Refuge for general support. Other reported awards included $25,000 each to AutismUp Inc and Rochester Rotary Charitable Trusts Inc, and $16,000 to Mary Cariola Center Inc.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Michelle J. Whitman as president, Bradley R. Whitman as vice president, Renier F. Chaintreuil as treasurer, and Daniel M. Meyers as secretary. It also lists Christine B. Whitman, Jena Murphy, Ashley Georgen, Keith Georgen, and James Murphy as directors.
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc is led by Michelle J. Whitman, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 9 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Michelle J. Whitman
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ashley Georgen
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Christine B. Whitman
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Murphy
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jena Murphy
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Keith Georgen
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bradley R. Whitman
Vice President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Daniel M. Meyers
Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Renier F. Chaintreuil
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Waldron Rise Foundation Inc
How much does Waldron Rise Foundation Inc give each year?
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc gave $434K across 26 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $435K across 32 grants.
What is Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's median grant in 2025 was $10,000, and its average grant was $16,689, across 26 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Waldron Rise Foundation Inc give grants?
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 78% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Maryland (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were Rochester, NY (18 grants).
Does Waldron Rise Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (26 of 26) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's largest 2025 grantees include BREAKTHROUGHT1D ($96,425), Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Inc ($70,000) and Rochester General College of Health Careers ($50,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Waldron Rise Foundation Inc?
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc reported $6.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $450K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $456K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Waldron Rise Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s mission is to support nonprofit organizations that improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of children and adults. Its website says it generally invests in organizations and programs addressing those needs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Waldron Rise Foundation Inc?
The filing lists the foundation as the contact, states that there are no required forms or materials, and limits awards to organizations described in IRC Section 501(c)(3). Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's EIN?
Waldron Rise Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-4794724. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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