Hieronymus Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Hieronymus Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $674,500 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $230,000. 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$674,500
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$230,000
- Assets$196,381
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $793,243 the year before.
18% 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 | $764,580 | 34 | $348,038 |
| 2024 | $793,243 | 40 | $163,211 |
| 2025 | $674,500 | 33 | $196,381 |
How to apply
Hieronymus 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 Hieronymus Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $313,500 |
| New York | 10 | $274,000 |
| California | 8 | $57,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Florida | General operations | $230,000 |
| Pen America | General operations | $200,000 |
| Florida Bulldog | General operations | $30,000 |
| Authors Guild Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | General operations | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Tampa Bay Businesses for Culture and the Arts | Charlie houchell scholarship | $25,000 |
| 8 Ball Emergency Fund for Journalists | General operations | $10,000 |
| Book Industry Charitable Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Mary Lee's House | General operations | $10,000 |
| Pacific Jazz | General operations | $10,000 |
| Poe Baltimore Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Poets & Writers | General operations | $10,000 |
| Feeding Tampa Bay | General operations | $5,000 |
| Florida First Amendment Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Hollywood Police Athletic League | General operations | $5,000 |
| National Public Radio | General operations | $5,000 |
| Pro Bono Net Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Wags & Walks | General operations | $5,000 |
| Cobalt Foundation | General operations | $2,500 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund | General operations | $2,500 |
| Los Angeles Mission | General operations | $2,500 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General operations | $2,500 |
| Make A Wish - Tampa | General operations | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | General operations | $2,500 |
| International Rescue Committee | General operations | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics of Southern California | General operations | $1,500 |
| ASPCA | General operations | $1,000 |
| Friends of Animals | General operations | $1,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium | General operations | $1,000 |
| Mystery Writers of America | General operations | $1,000 |
| Project Street Vet | General operations | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Connelly
- Linda M Connelly
- Susan Connelly
- Jane C Davis
Questions people ask
Does Hieronymus Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hieronymus Foundation Inc give?
$674,500 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Hieronymus Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael J Connelly (Director/President), Linda M Connelly (Director/Vice President), Susan Connelly (Director/Secretary/Treasur) and Jane C Davis (Director).
What does Hieronymus Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.