The October Hill Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The October Hill Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Newtown, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 and the largest $55,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$7,516
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $34,800 the year before.
50% 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 | $209,870 | 7 | $144,211 |
| 2024 | $34,800 | 6 | $115,305 |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 2 | $7,516 |
How to apply
The October Hill Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $55,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charities Aid Foundation America | General support | $55,000 |
| World Repair Planting | General support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gretchen A Bauta
- Humberto P Bauta
- Pilar Bauta
- Christian Bauta
- Nicholas Bauta
Questions people ask
Does The October Hill Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The October Hill Foundation Inc give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs The October Hill Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gretchen A Bauta (President), Humberto P Bauta (Vp/Treasurer), Pilar Bauta (Vice President) and Christian Bauta (Vp/Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.