The Dave Hokin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dave Hokin Foundation is a private foundation in Darien, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,692 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,850 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$75,692
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,850
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$576,687
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $49,400 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,000 | 1 | $686,018 |
| 2023 | $49,400 | 12 | $667,495 |
| 2024 | $75,692 | 24 | $576,687 |
How to apply
The Dave Hokin 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 Dave Hokin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 15 | $31,492 |
| Illinois | 3 | $30,000 |
| New York | 3 | $7,200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer Research Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General fund | $10,000 |
| Center on Halsted | General fund | $10,000 |
| Shakespeare on the Sound | General fund | $9,000 |
| Northfield Mount Hermon School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Fractured Atlas | General fund | $5,000 |
| Open Doors | General fund | $4,000 |
| New Canaan Country School | General fund | $3,000 |
| Horizons at Foote | General fund | $2,500 |
| Westport Public Library | General fund | $2,500 |
| Darien Library | General fund | $2,500 |
| Family Centers | General fund | $2,500 |
| New York Public Radio | General fund | $1,200 |
| Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Wnet Group | General fund | $1,000 |
| Darien Nature Center | General fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Teton River | General fund | $1,000 |
| Teton Regional Land Trust | General fund | $1,000 |
| Triangle Community Center | General fund | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern New England | General fund | $742 |
| Person-To-Person | General fund | $500 |
| Rowayton Library | General fund | $500 |
| The Foote School | General fund | $500 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Hokin
- Lauren Hokin
- Amy Hokin
Questions people ask
Does The Dave Hokin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dave Hokin Foundation give?
$75,692 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,850.
Who runs The Dave Hokin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Hokin (President/Director), Lauren Hokin (Secretary/Director) and Amy Hokin (Director).
What does The Dave Hokin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and environment and conservation.