Hilary Boone Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Hilary Boone Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lexington, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $902,500 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$902,500
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$21.7 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $920,000 the year before.
28% 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 | $920,000 | 63 | $18.7 million |
| 2024 | $902,500 | 69 | $21.7 million |
How to apply
Hilary Boone 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.
What Hilary Boone Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 50 | $710,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $28,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $13,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Lexington School | Subsidy | $150,000 |
| Uk Markey Cancer Center Foundation | Subsidy | $51,000 |
| Town Branch Park Inc | Subsidy | $50,000 |
| United States Equestrian Team Foundation | Subsidy | $50,000 |
| Walnut Hill Church | Subsidy | $45,000 |
| Lexington Challenger Tennis Charity | Subsidy | $40,000 |
| Salvation Army | Subsidy | $35,000 |
| Shepherd's House Ministries | Subsidy | $31,000 |
| Florida Coalition for Preservation | Subsidy | $25,000 |
| Winterthur | Subsidy | $25,000 |
| Lexington Humane Society | Subsidy | $23,500 |
| Hound Welfare Fund | Subsidy | $20,000 |
| Paws 4 the Cause | Subsidy | $20,000 |
| Shaker Village | Subsidy | $20,000 |
| University of Kentucky - Architectural Design | Subsidy | $20,000 |
| Aircraft Owners & Pilots Assocation | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Bluegrass Care Navigators (Hospice) | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Bluegrass Land Conservancy | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Central Kentucky Riding for Hope | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Chilrden's Theraplay Foundation | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Chrysalis House | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Commonwealth Fund for Ket | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| God's Food Pantry | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Headley Whitney Museum | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Henry Clay Center for Statesmanship | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Horse Farm Workers Educational Assistance Fund | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Kentucy Horse Park Foundation | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| National Society of the Colonial Dames of America | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Pallium India | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| The George Washington Foundation | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| The Lexington Cancer Foundation | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| The Taft School | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Subsidy | $10,000 |
| Catholic Action Center | Subsidy | $8,000 |
| Jubilee Jobs of Lexington | Subsidy | $7,500 |
| Ashland Terrace | Subsidy | $5,000 |
| Bluegrass Council of the Blind | Subsidy | $5,000 |
| Catholic Way Bible Study | Subsidy | $5,000 |
| Central Baptist Church - Paris | Subsidy | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel Ab Boone
- Alyce B Hoskins
- Dowell Hoskins
Questions people ask
Does Hilary Boone Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hilary Boone Foundation Inc give?
$902,500 in tax year 2024, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Hilary Boone Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Samuel Ab Boone (President/Treasurer), Alyce B Hoskins (Vice President) and Dowell Hoskins (Director).
What does Hilary Boone Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.