The Hinkle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hinkle Foundation is a private foundation in Woodland Hills, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.3 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $26,400 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.3 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$26,400
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$20.9 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2023 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
23% of its 2023 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 | $1.2 million | 21 | $20.4 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 22 | $20.9 million |
How to apply
The Hinkle 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 Hinkle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $526,400 |
| California | 7 | $380,304 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $79,200 |
| Illinois | 2 | $52,800 |
| Virginia | 2 | $52,800 |
| Florida | 1 | $26,400 |
| Maryland | 1 | $26,400 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $26,400 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $26,400 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale College | Educational;Endowment | $500,000 |
| Christ Church | Support ofReligious Activities;Rent Subsidy | $221,904 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $100,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Int'l Fellowship Christians & Jews | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| The Dream Center | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Prison Fellowship | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| The Covenant House | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Navigators | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| National Association of Blind Veterans | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| United Service Organizations | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| VFW National Home for Children | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| American Bible Society | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Cru | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Help Heal Veterans | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Intl Fellowship of Christians & Jews | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Fred Jordan Mission | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Los Angeles Mission | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Operation Blessing | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
| Cecile Stevens Charitable Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $26,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Metz
- Irma Varnado
- Cesar Sandoval
Questions people ask
Does The Hinkle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hinkle Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2023, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $26,400.
Who runs The Hinkle Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Mary Metz (Dir., CEO), Irma Varnado (Dir., Sec/Treas) and Cesar Sandoval (Dir.).
What does The Hinkle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and veterans.