The Hyde Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hyde Foundation is a private foundation in Telluride, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $679,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$679,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$14.8 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $560,000 the year before.
31% 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 | $536,000 | 24 | $12.5 million |
| 2024 | $560,000 | 24 | $13.9 million |
| 2025 | $679,000 | 22 | $14.8 million |
How to apply
The Hyde 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 Hyde Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia. It also paid $35,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $225,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $125,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $90,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $75,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $40,000 |
| New York | 3 | $35,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy | Preserve nature | $100,000 |
| The Smithsonian Institution | Preserve art | $100,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Education | $75,000 |
| John Hopkins University | Education | $75,000 |
| The Nature Conserancy | Perserve nature | $55,000 |
| The Potomac School | Education | $50,000 |
| Bancroft School | Education | $25,000 |
| Elkhorn Marine Conservancy | Wildlife preservation | $25,000 |
| Individual | Wildlife preservation | $25,000 |
| Individual | Health | $25,000 |
| Save the Children | Help people in troubled areas | $20,000 |
| The Annie Wright School | Education | $20,000 |
| John Hopkins University | Scholarship fund | $15,000 |
| Georgetown University | Education | $10,000 |
| Individual | Help people in need | $10,000 |
| The Cascadia Art Museum | Help pacific nw artists | $10,000 |
| Individual | Help people in crisis | $10,000 |
| American School in London FD | Education | $10,000 |
| Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club | Assist youth | $5,000 |
| Individual | Health | $5,000 |
| The Natural Resources Defense Coun | Preserve nature | $5,000 |
| The Telluride Foundation | Nature preservation | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela Hyde Smith
- Catherine E Ebert
- Marian Smith
- GLENN EVERITT Jr TAX OFF
Questions people ask
Does The Hyde Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hyde Foundation give?
$679,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Hyde Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela Hyde Smith (President), Catherine E Ebert (Treasurer), Marian Smith (Secretary) and GLENN EVERITT Jr TAX OFF (Tax Offficer).
What does The Hyde Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.