The Hale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hale Foundation is a private foundation in Barrington, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $95,750 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,500. 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$95,750
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,000 the year before.
31% 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 | $116,400 | 64 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $92,000 | 50 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $95,750 | 55 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Hale 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 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $35,200 |
| New York | 4 | $9,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $6,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $6,500 |
| Virginia | 4 | $5,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4,045 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Operating funds | $5,500 |
| Carter Center | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Operating funds | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Operating funds | $4,000 |
| Alight | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Feed the Children | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Intl Rescue Committee | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Northern Il Food BK | Operating funds | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Operating funds | $2,500 |
| Care | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Chicago Coalition for Homeless | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Feed the Starving Children (FMSC) | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Food for the Hungry | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Mercy Corp | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Oxfam | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Partners in Health | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Project Hope | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Save the Children | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Wbez | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Wgcu | Operating funds | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Lake Co | Operating funds | $1,700 |
| Concern Worldwide US | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Harry Chapin Food Depository | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Lurie Childrens Foundation | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Misericordia | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| Toys for Tots Foundation | Operating funds | $1,500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Operating funds | $1,045 |
| ALS Association | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Americares | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Cafe of Life Inc | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Childs Hope International | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Direct Relief | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Heifer Project International | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Literacy Council Gulf Coast | Operating funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Weiler
- Kurt Weiler
- Anity W Reiche
Questions people ask
Does The Hale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hale Foundation give?
$95,750 in tax year 2025, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Hale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Weiler (President), Kurt Weiler (Vice President) and Anity W Reiche (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Hale Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, international and youth programs.