Whitaker Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 47-2311665
Foundation Overview
Based in Fayetteville, AR, Whitaker Family Foundation has awarded 96 grants totaling $10,029,829 to organizations in Arkansas, Delaware and 4 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $2,000 to $1,017,250, with a median award of $50,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
5 of 11 recipients (45%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
78% of all grants are concentrated in Arkansas, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Arkansas, funding concentrates in Springdale (25%), Fayetteville (20%), Fort Smith (15%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 516% growth in annual giving over 9 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (45%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Whitaker Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest | $1,017,250 | Little Rock, AR, US | Arkansas Children's Northwest Expansion | 2025 |
| Barnabas Foundation | $204,160 | Branson, MO, US | The Cabin Project At Camp Barnabas | 2025 |
| Circle Of Life | $195,905 | Springdale, AR, US | Center For In-home Care, Expanding The Circle Campaign | 2025 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $50,192 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2024 Annual Presenting Sponsorship | 2025 |
| Safe Haven Ministries Inc | $25,000 | Clarksville, AR, US | Endowment To Support Continuing Operations | 2025 |
| Compassion Ministries Ltd Dba Compassion House | $40,548 | Springdale, AR, US | Support Funding For Stronger Together: Healing, Learing, & Support Project | 2025 |
| The Call In Crawford & Sebastian Counties | $110,000 | Fort Smith, AR, US | Support The Families In Crisis Project | 2025 |
| Fishing For The Fight | $10,000 | Pinedale, WY, US | 2025 Fund A Need | 2025 |
| New Life Ranch | $250,000 | Colcord, OK, US | New Life Ranch And The Generations Capital Campaign - Phase 1 | 2025 |
| Ddx3x Foundation | $10,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | 2025 Ddx3x Family Fun Weekend At Chastain Farms And 5k Race | 2025 |
| Home For Dinner | $36,421 | Rogers, AR, US | Home For Dinner Scholarships & Food Pantry Services To Veterans/military | 2025 |
| Arkansas Baptist Assembly Inc Dba Camp Siloam | $162,815 | Siloam Springs, AR, US | Construction Of The Centennial Lake Project | 2024 |
| Barnabas Foundation | $100,315 | Branson, MO, US | The Cabin Project At Camp Barnabas | 2024 |
| Nwa Children's Shelter | $75,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2024 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $50,120 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2024 Annual Presenting Sponsorship | 2024 |
| Brandon Burlsworth Foundation | $5,000 | Harrison, AR, US | 2024 Eyes Of A Champion Program | 2024 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest | $1,008,846 | Little Rock, AR, US | Arkansas Children's Northwest Expansion | 2024 |
| Circle Of Life | $200,835 | Springdale, AR, US | Center For In-home Care, Expanding The Circle Campaign | 2024 |
| Faulkner County Council On Aging Inc | $2,500 | Conway, AR, US | Support The Ola & John Hawks Senior Center And Activities Center In Conway, Ar | 2023 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $25,000 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2023 Presenting Sponsorship | 2023 |
| Nwa Children's Shelter | $75,029 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2023 |
| Barnabas Foundation | $90,341 | Branson, MO, US | Purchase Of New Dining Hall Tables And Seating At Camp Barnabas | 2023 |
| Compassion Ministries Compassion House | $46,360 | Springdale, AR, US | Funding For New Roof, Privacy Fence Sprinkler System, And Security For "Renee's House" | 2023 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $303,924 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2023 |
| Retrieving Freedom Inc | $30,820 | Sedalia, MO, US | Provide Training Of A Service Dog For A Child With Autism | 2023 |
| The Call In Crawford & Sebastian Counties | $101,706 | Fort Smith, AR, US | The Call Support Center Project | 2023 |
| Arkansas Baptist Assembly Inc Dba Camp Siloam | $161,805 | Siloam Springs, AR, US | Construction Of The Centennial Lake Project | 2023 |
| Faulkner County Council On Aging Inc | $2,500 | Conway, AR, US | Support The Ola & John Hawks Senior Center And Activities Center In Conway, Ar | 2023 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christian Athletes | $25,000 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2023 Presenting Sponsorship | 2023 |
| Nwa Children's Shelter | $75,029 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2023 |
| Barnabas Foundation | $90,341 | Branson, MO, US | Purchase Of New Dining Hall Tables And Seating At Camp Barnabas | 2023 |
| Compassion Ministries Compassion House | $46,360 | Springdale, AR, US | Funding For New Roof, Privacy Fence Sprinkler System, And Security For "Renee's House" | 2023 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $303,924 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2023 |
| Retrieving Freedom Inc | $30,820 | Sedalia, MO, US | Provide Training Of A Service Dog For A Child With Autism | 2023 |
| The Call In Crawford & Sebastian Counties | $101,706 | Fort Smith, AR, US | The Call Support Center Project | 2023 |
| Arkansas Baptist Assembly Inc Dba Camp Siloam | $161,805 | Siloam Springs, AR, US | Construction Of The Centennial Lake Project | 2023 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northw | $192,344 | Springdale, AR, US | Help Provide Expert Pediatric Care. | 2022 |
| Nwa Childrens Shelter | $75,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2022 |
| Ddx3x Foundation | $10,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Family Weekend Event In Rogers, Arkansas June 10th-12th. To Bring Families Of Children With Ddx3x Together | 2022 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $306,636 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Aao Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2022 |
| Compassion Ministries Compassion Ho | $25,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Support For Operations | 2022 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christia | $20,000 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2022 Sponsor | 2022 |
| Barnabas Foundation Inc | $50,000 | Springfield, MO, US | Support The Construction Of A New Dining Hall Facility At Camp Barnabas. | 2022 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northw | $192,344 | Springdale, AR, US | Help Provide Expert Pediatric Care. | 2022 |
| Nwa Childrens Shelter | $75,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2022 |
| Ddx3x Foundation | $10,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Family Weekend Event In Rogers, Arkansas June 10th-12th. To Bring Families Of Children With Ddx3x Together | 2022 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $306,636 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Aao Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2022 |
| Compassion Ministries Compassion Ho | $25,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Support For Operations | 2022 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christia | $20,000 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2022 Sponsor | 2022 |
| Barnabas Foundation Inc | $50,000 | Springfield, MO, US | Support The Construction Of A New Dining Hall Facility At Camp Barnabas. | 2022 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northw | $192,344 | Springdale, AR, US | Help Provide Expert Pediatric Care. | 2022 |
| Nwa Childrens Shelter | $75,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2022 |
| Ddx3x Foundation | $10,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Family Weekend Event In Rogers, Arkansas June 10th-12th. To Bring Families Of Children With Ddx3x Together | 2022 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $306,636 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Aao Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2022 |
| Compassion Ministries Compassion Ho | $25,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Support For Operations | 2022 |
| River Valley Fellowship Of Christia | $20,000 | Fort Smith, AR, US | 2022 Sponsor | 2022 |
| Barnabas Foundation Inc | $50,000 | Springfield, MO, US | Support The Construction Of A New Dining Hall Facility At Camp Barnabas. | 2022 |
| Mayo Clinic | $50,000 | Rochester, MN, US | Assistance In Pediatric Research | 2021 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northw | $209,307 | Springdale, AR, US | Help Provide Expert Pediatric Care. | 2021 |
| Nwa Childrens Shelter | $75,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2021 |
| Ddx3x Foundation | $5,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Family Weekend Event In Rogers, Arkansas July 25-july 28. To Bring Families Of Children With Ddx3x Together | 2021 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $306,485 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Aao Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2021 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of | $15,000 | Springdale, AR, US | New Ronald Mcdonald House For Fort Smith | 2021 |
| Dana's House | $5,000 | Dewitt, AR, US | Support For General Operations | 2021 |
| Teen Action And Support Center | $150,000 | Rogers, AR, US | Programming Supplies And General Operations For The Teen Center | 2021 |
| Compassion Ministries Compassion Ho | $43,600 | Springdale, AR, US | Support For Operations | 2021 |
| Mayo Clinic | $50,000 | Rochester, MN, US | Assistance In Pediatric Research | 2020 |
| Horses For Healing | $15,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Assistance With Funding Of Therapeutic Riding For Special Needs Children | 2020 |
| Children's Advocacy Center Of Bento | $50,000 | Little Flock, AR, US | Provide Services For Children And Their Families Whose Lives Have Been Impacted By Abuse. | 2020 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northw | $200,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Help Provide Expert Pediatric Care. | 2020 |
| Nwa Childrens Shelter | $75,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Emergency Care/case Management Program | 2020 |
| Arkansas Athletes Outreach | $300,000 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Construction And Operation Of The Aao Community Sports Center In Rogers, Arkansas | 2020 |
| Endeavor Foundation | $40,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Circle Of Life Hospice | 2018 |
| Mayo Clinic | $50,000 | Rochester, MN, US | Assistance In Pediatric Research | 2018 |
| Razorback Foundation | $200,000 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Payment For Building New Facility | 2018 |
| Single Parent Scholarship Fund | $8,300 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Assistance With Scholarships And Student Programs | 2018 |
| Arkansas Childrens Hospital Foundat | $10,000 | Little Rock, AR, US | Miller Mcneil Woodruff Fund | 2018 |
| Children's Advocacy Center Of Bento | $40,000 | Little Flock, AR, US | Provide Services For Children And Their Families Whose Lives Have Been Impacted By Abuse. | 2018 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Northw | $200,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Help Provide Expert Pediatric Care. | 2018 |
| Baptist Health Foundation | $2,000 | Little Rock, AR, US | Provide Two Scholarships At Baptist Health College For Students From Northwest Arkansas. | 2018 |
| Endeavor Foundation | $40,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Assistance In Medical Research And Care | 2017 |
| Mayo Clinic | $50,000 | Rochester, MN, US | Assistance In Pediatric Research | 2017 |
| Razorback Foundation | $200,000 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Payment For Building New Facility | 2017 |
| Single Parent Scholarship Fund | $8,300 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Assistance With Scholarships And Student Programs | 2017 |
| Arkansas Childrens Hospital Foundat | $10,000 | Little Rock, AR, US | Miller Mcneil Woodruff Fund | 2017 |
| Welcome Health | $5,000 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Assistance With Providing Free Health Care | 2017 |
| Horses For Healing | $11,000 | Bentonville, AR, US | Assistance With Funding Of Therapeutic Riding For Special Needs Children | 2017 |
| Girl Scounts Of America | $5,000 | Rogers, AR, US | Assistance With Building Girls Of Courage, Confidence, And Character Who Make The World A Better Palce | 2017 |
| Arkansas Childrens Hospital Foundat | $20,000 | Little Rock, AR, US | Assistance With Providing Coverage For Broad-based Operational Support | 2017 |
| Endeavor Foundation | $40,000 | Springdale, AR, US | Assistance In Medical Research And Care | 2016 |
| Fs Children's Emergency Shelter | $9,220 | Fort Smith, AR, US | Assistance For Shelter And Care Of Children | 2016 |
| Mayo Clinic | $25,000 | Rochester, MN, US | Assistance In Pediatric Research | 2016 |
| Miller Mcneil Woodruff Foundation | $10,000 | Rogers, AR, US | Assistance With Research And Support Of Families Of Children With Sma | 2016 |
| Potter's House | $24,000 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Assistance With Changing Lives Of Children, Youth, And Families In Fayetteville | 2016 |
| Razorback Foundation | $200,000 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Payment For Building New Facility | 2016 |
| Single Parent Scholarship Fund | $8,300 | Fayetteville, AR, US | Assistance With Scholarships And Student Programs | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Whitaker Family Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 47-2311665 |
| Website | http://whitakerfamilyfoundation.org |
| Address | 12 W DICKSON ST 1383 Fayetteville, AR 72701-5217 |
Key People (5)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Whitaker Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Secretary Treas | Buck Ortega |
|---|---|
| Cfo | Alicia Wantz |
| Chairman | Larry Whitaker |
| Vice President | Amy Whitaker |
| Vice President | Emily Ortega |
Forms 990-PF
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