Edward Hinz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward Hinz Family Foundation is a private foundation in McHenry, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$23.6 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
27% 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 | $136,000 | 6 | $22.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 18 | $22.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 15 | $23.6 million |
How to apply
Edward Hinz 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 Edward Hinz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $797,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship of Faith | In support of organization's mission | $500,000 |
| The National Philanthropic Trust | Donation to a donor advised fund | $250,000 |
| Zion Lutheran Church & School | In support of organization's mission | $150,000 |
| McHenry Riverwalk | In support of organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Fish of McHenry County | In support of organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | In support of organization's mission | $20,000 |
| American Epilepsy Society | In support of organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Hour Ministries | In support of organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Family Radio Network | In support of organization's mission | $15,000 |
| Alsac St Jude Children's Research Hospital | In support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | In support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Church of Atonement | In support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Northville Historical Society | In support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Family Health Partnership Clinic | In support of organization's mission | $7,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | In support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Hinz
- Janis Hinz
- Kelly Brauch
- Kyle Hinz
Questions people ask
Does Edward Hinz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward Hinz Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Edward Hinz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Hinz (President / Director), Janis Hinz (Director), Kelly Brauch (Secretary / Director) and Kyle Hinz (Director).
What does Edward Hinz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.