The Hawkins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hawkins Foundation is a private foundation in Solvang, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$47,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$824,293
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $49,500 the year before.
27% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,885 | 28 | $890,625 |
| 2024 | $49,500 | 27 | $961,407 |
| 2025 | $47,000 | 26 | $824,293 |
How to apply
The Hawkins 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hawkins Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $35,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| One Thread Collective | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Muffin Music | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Tribal Trust Fdn | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Salt Ventures | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Thurgood Marshall College | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Black Girls Code | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Casa of Santa Barbara | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Cool Effect | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Create Visions | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Dignity Moves Santa Barbara | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Heal the Ocean | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Jack Reid Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Mass Audubon | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| New Beginnings | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Omprakash Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Pachamama Alliance | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| San Mateo Co Historical Museum | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| SB Rescue Mission | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Sy Valley Scholarship Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| The Made Museum | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Transition House Auxiliary | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Wilderness Youth Project | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Womens Economic Ventures | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Santa Barbara Botanic Garden | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Hawkins III
- Caroline Macdougall
- Dan Macomber
Questions people ask
Does The Hawkins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hawkins Foundation give?
$47,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Hawkins Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William M Hawkins III (President), Caroline Macdougall (Board Member) and Dan Macomber (Board Member).
What does The Hawkins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.