The Hillside Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hillside Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.2 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $477,500 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$4.2 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$477,500
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $7.2 million the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $7.2 million | 10 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Hillside 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 The Hillside Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1.9 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 2 | $955,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $277,627 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smithsonian Institution | To support the nash innovations gallery | $1.2 million |
| Island Grown Initiative | To support updates to the greenhouse | $1.0 million |
| DC Greens | To support nutritional and wellness needs of patients in d.c. | $500,000 |
| Uc Berkley Foundation | To support the haas climate solutions fund | $500,000 |
| Syngap Research Fund | To support the exempt purpose of the organization | $455,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | To support the wilmer eye institute | $277,627 |
| United States Holocaust Museum | To support the never again: what you do matters campaign | $250,000 |
| The Defiant Requiem Foundation | To preserve the memory and legacy of terezin prisoners during wwii | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allan M Holt
- Shelley L Holt
- David H Holt
Questions people ask
Does The Hillside Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hillside Foundation Inc give?
$4.2 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $477,500.
Who runs The Hillside Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Allan M Holt (Pres, Treas & Dir), Shelley L Holt (VP, Secretary & Dir) and David H Holt (Director).
What does The Hillside Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.