The Ralph S Hoffman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ralph S Hoffman Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Bluff, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $153,937 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$153,937
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,650 the year before.
67% 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 | $130,650 | 6 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $153,937 | 12 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Ralph S Hoffman 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 grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $45,000 |
| New York | 4 | $40,400 |
| Illinois | 2 | $25,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $16,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,037 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thread | General purposes | $45,000 |
| Ravinia Reach Teach Play | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Careers Through Culinary Arts (C-Cap) | General purposes | $21,400 |
| Yellowhammer Fund | General purposes | $16,000 |
| Brownpreneurs | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Central American Legal Assistance | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Inside Circle | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Books Beyond Bars | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Chashama Inc | General purposes | $4,000 |
| Berkshire Community Land Trust | General purposes | $1,834 |
| Barrington Public | General purposes | $500 |
| Life Needs Coop Inc | General purposes | $203 |
Officers and trustees
- Allison Hoffman
- Jonathan Fertel
- Sarah Siegel
Questions people ask
Does The Ralph S Hoffman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ralph S Hoffman Foundation give?
$153,937 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Ralph S Hoffman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Allison Hoffman (President), Jonathan Fertel (Treasurer) and Sarah Siegel (Secretary).