The Hocker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hocker Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$5,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $5,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 1 | $983,874 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $937,086 |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 1 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Hocker 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 Hocker Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Gould
- Pamela Schulte
Questions people ask
Does The Hocker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hocker Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Hocker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Gould (Trustee) and Pamela Schulte (Trustee).
What does The Hocker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.