Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 is a private foundation focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Stamford, CT. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2025. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $4K.
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 at a glance
In short: Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 gave $4K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $4K), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $4,362
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $4,362
- Median grant
- $4,362
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Yale Whiffenpoof Alumni ($4K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $4K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale Whiffenpoof Alumni New Haven, CT | Dissolution | $4,362 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | $5,286 | $4,362 | 1 | $5,286 |
| 2024 | $5,286 | $4,750 | $170 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $706 | $200 | $4,019 | — | — | $4,019 |
| 2022 | $4,525 | $8,350 | $5,362 | — | — | $5,362 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 is led by Bruce Meacham, President since 2024 (on filings since 2022); none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Bruce Meacham
President
President → Pfesident, 2023
Pfesident → President, 2024
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Edward Greenberg
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Russell Reynolds Jr.
Secretary
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Ed Greenberg (2023) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2025. "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 Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954
How much does Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 give each year?
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 gave $4K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954?
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 is a private foundation focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Stamford, CT.
Where does Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 operate?
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954 has awarded grants in Connecticut.
What is Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954's EIN?
Yale Whiffenpoofs of 1954's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-2734772. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 12, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 22, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 5, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2025
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