The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Kennesaw, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,244 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $18,847 and the largest $45,000. 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$225,244
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$18,847
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$132,971
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $122,424 the year before.
64% 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 | $122,424 | 5 | $153,664 |
| 2024 | $225,244 | 11 | $132,971 |
How to apply
The Invisible Hand 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 5 | $99,802 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $41,437 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $24,243 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $18,847 |
| New York | 1 | $15,915 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LIVE2540 | Restore health and renew hope for liberia's most vulnerable children through medical care, food, discipleship, and education | $45,000 |
| Hometown Missions | Housing for low income families in austin, tx | $25,000 |
| Stair of Birmingham | Stair is a childhood literacy nonprofit in birmingham, alabama that trains volunteer tutors to partner with 1st and 2nd-grade students on their reading journey. | $24,243 |
| Samaritans Purse | Help meet the needs of victims of war, poverty, famine, disaster, and other crises | $24,180 |
| Rally Foundation | Empowers volunteers across the country to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research to find better treatments with fewer long-term side effects and, ultimately, cures. | $23,917 |
| Undue Medical Debt | Medical debt forgiveness | $18,847 |
| Family Support Network of Central Carolina | Provide support, education, and caring connections to those who have a child with a disability, special healthcare needs, or who have experienced a nicu stay. | $17,257 |
| Jewish National Fund | Working to release children from poverty by meeting their right-now and long-term needs in partnership with the local church | $15,915 |
| Frontline Response | Frontline response is a christian-based organization that rescues victims of sex trafficking and homelessness, and protects vulnerable youth from harmfrontline response is a christian-based organization that rescues victims of sex trafficking and homelessness, and protects vulnerable youth from harm. | $12,331 |
| PROMISE686 | Support for the people of israel | $11,093 |
| Jam for Cam | Skin cancer awareness | $7,461 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew D Burton
- Luke Doran Burton
Questions people ask
Does The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc give?
$225,244 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $18,847.
Who runs The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew D Burton (Director) and Luke Doran Burton (Secretary).
What does The Invisible Hand Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.