The Helping Hand Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Helping Hand Foundation is a private foundation in Riverside, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $305,846 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,036 and the largest $108,333. 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$305,846
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,036
- Largest grant$108,333
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $201,062 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $201,062 | 33 | $94,335 |
| 2024 | $305,846 | 30 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Helping Hand 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 Helping Hand Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 19 | $162,084 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $75,000 |
| New York | 5 | $59,567 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $5,290 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,350 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $555 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Country Day School | General support | $108,333 |
| Christopher Reeve Foundation | General support | $75,000 |
| Randall's Island Park Alliance | General support | $50,000 |
| Ons Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Stamford Hospital | General support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $7,744 |
| Temple Sholom | General support | $7,574 |
| Tulane University | General support | $5,200 |
| Waterside School | General support | $5,164 |
| Impact Fairfield County | General support | $4,150 |
| Greenwich United Way | General support | $3,626 |
| YWCA Greenwich | General support | $2,591 |
| Jafco | General support | $1,800 |
| Dolphin Cycling | General support | $1,550 |
| Horizons National | General support | $1,043 |
| Kids in Crisis | General support | $1,030 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | General support | $1,030 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich | General support | $1,023 |
| Alzheimer's Association CT Chapter | General support | $1,000 |
| North Shore Animal | General support | $700 |
| Foot Forward | General support | $555 |
| Generation Impact | General support | $500 |
| Jewish Family Services | General support | $361 |
| HSS | General support | $263 |
| Gems | General support | $256 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $106 |
| ASPCA | General support | $100 |
| Tulane Events | General support | $90 |
| UJA JCC Greenwich | General support | $54 |
| PBC Stratford | General support | $3 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan B Weiner
- Jill Weiner
Questions people ask
Does The Helping Hand Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Helping Hand Foundation give?
$305,846 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,036.
Who runs The Helping Hand Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan B Weiner (Trustee) and Jill Weiner (Trustee).
What does The Helping Hand Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.