Halsey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Halsey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Gainesville, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $200,161 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$200,161
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2024 was down from $247,780 the year before.
69% of its 2024 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 | $247,780 | 14 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,161 | 13 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Halsey 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 Halsey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $120,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $53,661 |
| New York | 2 | $11,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Humane Society of Camden County | Missions and benevolences | $115,000 |
| Humane Society of N C FL | Missions & benevolences | $25,000 |
| Gainesville Orchestra | Missions and benevolences | $18,661 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Missions and benevolences | $10,000 |
| Uf Foundation Performing Arts | Missions & benevolences | $10,000 |
| Marine Mammal Center | Missions and benevolences | $6,000 |
| Camden House Shelter for Victims | Missions and benevolences | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Missions & benevolences | $5,000 |
| The Xerces Society | Missions & benevolences | $1,500 |
| Alois Society (Alzheimer's Assn) | Missions & benevolences | $1,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Missions and benevolences | $1,000 |
| Mara Elephant Project | Missions & benevolences | $1,000 |
| National Audubon Society | Missions & benevolences | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John F Halsey
- Sandra M Halsey
Questions people ask
Does Halsey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Halsey Family Foundation give?
$200,161 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Halsey Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John F Halsey (Trustee) and Sandra M Halsey (Trustee).
What does Halsey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, animals and arts and culture.