The Future Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Future Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$27,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$951,023
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $22,500 | 4 | $855,465 |
| 2024 | $22,000 | 3 | $889,885 |
| 2025 | $27,000 | 9 | $951,023 |
How to apply
The Future Hope 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 Future Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $8,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| V-Day | City of Joy | $7,000 |
| International Fund for Animal Welfare Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts Audubon Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Friends of Falmouth Dogs | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| People for Cats | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- H Russel Lemcke
- Katherine Lemcke
Questions people ask
Does The Future Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Future Hope Foundation give?
$27,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Future Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists H Russel Lemcke (Dir, VP) and Katherine Lemcke (Dir, Pres, Sec).
What does The Future Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.