The Hartwell Foundation Corporation
Preselected recipients only
The Hartwell Foundation Corporation is a private foundation in Fullerton, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $112,500 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$4.0 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$112,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$71.9 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.2 million | 15 | $46.1 million |
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 12 | $57.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 14 | $71.9 million |
How to apply
The Hartwell Foundation Corporation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hartwell Foundation Corporation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $2.9 million |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $250,000 |
| California | 2 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Chefs | General donation | $1.0 million |
| The Salvation Army | La fires | $1.0 million |
| Tragedy Assistance Program | Children camps & programs | $900,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Fellowship award | $200,000 |
| Cornell University | Fellowship award | $150,000 |
| Regents of University of Ca | Fellowship award | $150,000 |
| Ami Kids | Children programs | $125,000 |
| Yale University | Fellowship award | $100,000 |
| Duke University | Fellowship award | $100,000 |
| University of Wisconsin | Fellowship award | $100,000 |
| Boston University | Fellowship award | $50,000 |
| John Hopkins University | Fellowship award | $50,000 |
| Drexel University | Fellowship award | $50,000 |
| University of Ca San Diego | Fellowship award | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry H Smead
- Robert Norton
- Frederick Dombrose
- Robert Wolfert
Questions people ask
Does The Hartwell Foundation Corporation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hartwell Foundation Corporation give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $112,500.
Who runs The Hartwell Foundation Corporation?
Its 2024 filing lists Larry H Smead (Chairman), Robert Norton (Ceo), Frederick Dombrose (President) and Robert Wolfert (VP).
What does The Hartwell Foundation Corporation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.