John Hancock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Hancock Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $504,400 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $95,000 and the largest $145,000. 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$504,400
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$95,000
- Largest grant$145,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $367,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $367,000 | 4 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $504,400 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
John Hancock 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.
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 4 | $472,900 |
| Missouri | 1 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Recovery Foundations Inc | Fund general program expenditures | $145,000 |
| Servantee | Fund general program expenditures | $137,900 |
| AJ25 Foundation Inc | Fund general program expenditures | $100,000 |
| Freedom Is A Choice Corporation | Fund general program expenditures | $90,000 |
| Bahamas Children's Emergency Hostel | Fund general program expenditures | $25,000 |
| Fellowship of Chrisitian Athletes | Fund general program expenditures | $6,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John B Hancock
- Tristan Hancock
- Jacob Hancock
Questions people ask
Does John Hancock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Hancock Foundation give?
$504,400 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $95,000.
Who runs John Hancock Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John B Hancock (President), Tristan Hancock (Secretary) and Jacob Hancock (Treasurer).