Hayt Family Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Hayt Family Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $317,680 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $9,430 and the largest $41,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$317,680
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$9,430
- Largest grant$41,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $245,800 the year before.
54% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $245,800 | 23 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $317,680 | 24 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Hayt Family Charitable Fund says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Hayt Family Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 15 | $235,980 |
| New York | 3 | $51,500 |
| California | 4 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Opera | Arts education | $41,000 |
| True Concord | Music Education | $39,000 |
| UA Foundation | Arts education | $37,120 |
| Ballet Tucson | Dance Education | $34,000 |
| Sister Jose Womens Center | Womens shelter | $30,000 |
| Arizona Opera | Music Education | $20,000 |
| Azpm Kuat | Public Radio | $15,000 |
| Loft Cinema | Arts education | $15,000 |
| Tucson Botanical Garden | Botanical education | $10,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical Care | $10,000 |
| Fox Theatre | Arts Education | $10,000 |
| Opera4Kids | Music education | $10,000 |
| Arizona Theatre Company | Music Education | $8,860 |
| Guitar Foundation of America | Music Education | $5,000 |
| The Drawing Studio | Arts education | $5,000 |
| National Aviary | Zoo | $5,000 |
| We Care Tucson | Community services | $5,000 |
| Direct Relief | Community services | $5,000 |
| California Fire Foundation | Community services | $5,000 |
| TMC Health Foundation | Health services | $5,000 |
| Tucson Repertory Orchestra | Music education | $1,000 |
| Afcm | Honor of Elaine | $500 |
| Consumer Reports | Product testing | $500 |
| American Rose Society | Honor of Terry Swartz | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Lester Hayt Jr
- Suzanne Hayt
Questions people ask
Does Hayt Family Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hayt Family Charitable Fund give?
$317,680 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $9,430.
Who runs Hayt Family Charitable Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Lester Hayt Jr (Trustee) and Suzanne Hayt (Trustee).
What does Hayt Family Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.