The Hale Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hale Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,218 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $925 and the largest $3,000. 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$20,218
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$925
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$129,303
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $39,292 the year before.
33% 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 | $43,865 | 25 | $175,923 |
| 2024 | $39,292 | 23 | $144,009 |
| 2025 | $20,218 | 18 | $129,303 |
How to apply
The Hale 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 The Hale Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 9 | $15,468 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $3,150 |
| New York | 1 | $850 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Stock Stage | General assistance | $3,000 |
| Indianapolis Arts Council | General assistance | $2,500 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Conquer Paralysis Now | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum | General assistance | $1,940 |
| St Luke United Methodist Church | General assistance | $1,625 |
| Landmark Columbus Foundation | General assistance | $1,053 |
| First Congregational Church | General assistance | $1,000 |
| Nantucket Historical Assn | General assistance | $1,000 |
| The Ireland Funds of America | General purposes | $850 |
| Dreamland Foundation | General assistance | $500 |
| United Methodist Communications Foundation | General assistance | $500 |
| The Warming Place Nantucket | General assistance | $300 |
| Ladd Inc | General assistance | $250 |
| Sconset Trust | General assistance | $250 |
| Columbus Regional Health | General purposes | $250 |
| Egan Martime Institute | General purposes | $100 |
| Northside Baptist Church | General purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- J Joseph Hale Jr
- Linda Dayhuff Hale
- Britten Woodside Hale
- Andrew Grant Hale
- Katherine Hale Grambling
Questions people ask
Does The Hale Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hale Family Foundation give?
$20,218 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $925.
Who runs The Hale Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Joseph Hale Jr (President), Linda Dayhuff Hale (Vice President), Britten Woodside Hale (Director) and Andrew Grant Hale (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Hale Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.