The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Peoria, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $878,500 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$878,500
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$148,079
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $77,000 the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $77,000 | 20 | $825,247 |
| 2024 | $878,500 | 32 | $148,079 |
How to apply
The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation 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 The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 25 | $720,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $63,500 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| My Border Collie Brain | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Season for Sharing | Charitable | $75,000 |
| St Marys Food Bank | Charitable | $75,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Charitable | $75,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Central Arizona Shelter Services Inc | Charity | $50,000 |
| Durango Food Bank | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Arizona Animal Welfare League | Charity | $40,000 |
| Gompers Habilitation Center | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Arizona Burn Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | Charitable | $25,000 |
| One Step Beyond | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Circle the City | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Sojourner Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| A New Leaf | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Blind Children | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Gabriel's Angels | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Phoenix Theatre Company | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Brambley Hedge Rabbit Rescue | Charitable | $7,500 |
| McKenna Youth Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Motorcycle Relief Project | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Annie's Orphans | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Aopa Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| BMW Moa Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Flights for Life | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Packages From Home | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rosie's House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sun Sounds of Arizona | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Lewis
- Michelle Grace
- Lester J Hayt Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation give?
$878,500 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Lewis (President/Director), Michelle Grace (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct) and Lester J Hayt Jr (Director).
What does The Ellie & Les Hayt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and health.