William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies
Accepts applications
William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies is a private foundation in Chico, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $112,478 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$112,478
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$161,347
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,886 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $59,427 | 8 | $267,108 |
| 2024 | $60,886 | 8 | $263,437 |
| 2025 | $112,478 | 13 | $161,347 |
How to apply
| Contact | Thomas K Hubbard 1421 Park Ave Suite 100, Chico, CA 95928 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (530) 715-5125, tkh@wapercyfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Letter of inquiry, cv, project description |
| Restrictions | Scholarly or educational projects consistent with corporate bylaws |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $45,029 in 5 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $21,428 |
| Texas | 1 | $12,541 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $980 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Production of an art historical book. | $25,000 |
| Northwestern University | Conference on gender identity. | $21,428 |
| Various Indigent Prison Inmates in | Books for educational purposes. | $12,541 |
| Nottingham Trent University | Longitudinal psychological study. | $10,750 |
| Center for Online Safety and Liberty | International legal study. | $10,000 |
| Western Carolina University Foundation | Nationwide behavioral survey. | $10,000 |
| Canadian International Pictures | Classic film restoration. | $7,000 |
| Individual | History of legal activism. | $5,000 |
| Individual | History of legal activism. | $5,000 |
| Just Future Project | Narratives about impacts of incarceration. | $2,500 |
| Individual | To research online influencers. | $1,976 |
| B4U-ACT | To support research publications and discussion forums | $980 |
| Individual | To support transcription of 19th century. | $303 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas K Hubbard
- Avi Eindorot
- Alain Giroux
- Vanessa Lemus
- Ryan Conrad
- Michael Shimkin
Questions people ask
Does William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies give?
$112,478 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas K Hubbard (President), Avi Eindorot (Vice President), Alain Giroux (Secretary) and Vanessa Lemus (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does William A Percy Foundation for Social and Historical Studies fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and arts and culture.