Hexner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hexner Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$135,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,000 | 2 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 2 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $135,000 | 3 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Hexner 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 Hexner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $85,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Committee on American Foreign Policy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Georgetown University | to support the US-China dialogue work led by Tom Banchoff | $50,000 |
| National Committee on American Foreign Policy Inc | Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders Program | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Hexner
Questions people ask
Does Hexner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hexner Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Hexner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Hexner (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does Hexner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.