Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $18,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$103,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$18,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $104,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $103,500 | 5 | $949,883 |
| 2024 | $104,500 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $103,000 | 6 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Tony and Hanna Hess 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 Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $103,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Seton School | Scholarships | $30,000 |
| St John Neumann Catholic High School | Donation | $30,000 |
| Morrings Park Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Naples Community Orchestra Inc | Concert sponsorship | $11,000 |
| Music Foundation of Greater Naples | For give the gift of music program | $5,000 |
| Opera Naples Inc | Donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Johann T Hess
- Johanna Hess
Questions people ask
Does Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation give?
$103,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $18,000.
Who runs Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Johann T Hess (Trustee) and Johanna Hess (Trustee).
What does Tony and Hanna Hess Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.