Hobbs Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hobbs Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $432,000 in 19 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$432,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $412,500 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $412,500 | 17 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $432,000 | 19 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
Hobbs Family 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 Hobbs Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $125,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $85,000 |
| California | 2 | $40,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable Event | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida Inc | Funds for the construction of the new Teen Center at the St. Augustine Club | $50,000 |
| Healthtree Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Colorado Springs All Breed Rescue | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Judis House | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Khan Academy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Seamark Ranch Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Silver Key Senior Services | Meals on Wheels Program | $25,000 |
| St Johns County Council on Aging | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Tip of the Spear Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Posse Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Home Again St Johns Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Miriam Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Johns County Cultural Council Inc | Make Space Summer Camps | $5,000 |
| Friends of the British Columbia Cancer Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra F Caster
- Rebecca Franciscus
- Charles Scott Hobbs
- Whitney L Hobbs
- Holly Hobbs Martin
Questions people ask
Does Hobbs Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hobbs Family Foundation give?
$432,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Hobbs Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandra F Caster (Dir), Rebecca Franciscus (Dir), Charles Scott Hobbs (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Whitney L Hobbs (Dir, VP) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Hobbs Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and seniors.