Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $361,550 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$361,550
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $375,100 the year before.
19% 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 | $353,900 | 23 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $375,100 | 16 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $361,550 | 16 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family 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.
What Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $216,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $68,550 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $30,000 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $17,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Rental Assistance Fund, Utility Assistance Fund, and Back to School Fund | $90,000 |
| Sunshine Acres Childrens Home Inc | 4H program and summer vacation program | $68,550 |
| Hometown Heroes Inc | Gaga ball pit, low ropes & slingshot course construction | $30,000 |
| En Gedi Project | Equipment, Supplies and Scholarship fund | $20,000 |
| Help One Child Mission to Children at Risk | Parent Support Group expense fund | $20,000 |
| Kara | Camp Kara | $20,000 |
| School of Arts and Culture at MHP | Summer Camp Program | $20,000 |
| Special Olympics Florida Inc | Athlete Leadership and Global Messenger Training Program | $17,000 |
| Joni and Friends | Bay Area Respite May Match Program | $15,000 |
| The Unity Care Group | Vocational Scholarship Fund | $15,000 |
| Wonderfully Made | Women's Retreat and media expenses fund | $15,000 |
| Independent Order of Odd Fellows | Rebekah Children's Services Culinary Academy Program | $10,000 |
| Saratoga Federated Church | Sustenance Fund | $10,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders Associati | Print brochures, fact sheets and rack cards in English, Spanish and Chinese | $5,000 |
| Washakie County Activity Pass Program | Activity Pass Program | $5,000 |
| SRC Living Legacy Foundation | Scholarship Fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie Adkins
- Hely Alejandro
- Marilou Eby
- Thomas L Hogue
- Stacy Kissner
- Ellen Hogue
Questions people ask
Does Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc give?
$361,550 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Leslie Adkins (Sec), Hely Alejandro (Dir), Marilou Eby (Chief Financial Officer) and Thomas L Hogue (Pres, Dir, Chairman) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Thomas & Ellen Hogue Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.