The Midvale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Midvale Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $262,850 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $2,375 and the largest $90,500. 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$262,850
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$2,375
- Largest grant$90,500
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $273,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $270,100 | 54 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $273,000 | 55 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $262,850 | 46 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
The Midvale 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 Midvale Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Iowa. It also paid $1,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $131,750 |
| Rhode Island | 9 | $45,850 |
| New York | 5 | $27,250 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $11,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,500 |
| California | 8 | $9,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | Herbert F Johnson Museum of Art Annual Fund | $90,500 |
| Narragansett Historical Society | General & Unrestricted | $15,250 |
| Cornell University | In support of Student Wellness programs at the Johnson Museum of Art | $15,000 |
| New York City Ballet Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Partners in Health A Nonprofit Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $11,500 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Cornell University | Johnson Museum of Art Friends of Photography Acquisition Committee | $7,500 |
| John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art Foundation | Photography acquisition, conservation, or exhibitions fund | $7,500 |
| Ithaca College | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Center for Independent Documentary Inc | Diamond Diplomacy | $5,000 |
| Cornell University | Cornell Botanic Gardens - Annual Fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Narragansett Library | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Greens Farms Academy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| South County Hospital Healthcare | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Peters by the Sea Church | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Jonnycake Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pro Publica Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Cornell Daily Sun Alumni Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| National Sailing Hall of Fame Museum Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Cornell University | Nolan Hotel School | $3,000 |
| Herreshoff Marine Museum | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Sarasota Ballet of Florida Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Cornell University | Annual Fund | $2,500 |
| Cornell University | Johnson Museum of Art in support of an acquisition in honor of Jessica Martinez's tenure as museum director | $2,250 |
| Narrow River Preservation Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cornell University | Cornell Botanic Gardens - Endowment fund | $2,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Anthony Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cornell University | Cornell Feline Health Center | $1,500 |
| United Way of Greater Toronto | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| California State Parks Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Community Action Partnership of Orange County | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino Cou | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Community Legal Aid Socal | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cornell University | Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art Annual Fund | $1,000 |
| Cornell University | Sphinx Head Society | $1,000 |
| San Francisco Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Trevor Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Hintsa
- Michael Hintsa
- Moira Hintsa
Questions people ask
Does The Midvale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Midvale Foundation give?
$262,850 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $2,375.
Who runs The Midvale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew Hintsa (Dir, VP), Michael Hintsa (Dir, VP) and Moira Hintsa (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does The Midvale Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.