Hope Incorporated
Preselected recipients only
Hope Incorporated is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$11,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$50,538
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $11,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 | $74,602 |
| 2024 | $11,900 | 4 | $62,503 |
| 2025 | $11,500 | 3 | $50,538 |
How to apply
Hope Incorporated 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 Hope Incorporated funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington National Cathederal | General operations | $10,000 |
| Christ Church Georgetown | General operations | $1,000 |
| Individual | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary C Garner
- Robert R Garner
Questions people ask
Does Hope Incorporated accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hope Incorporated give?
$11,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Hope Incorporated?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary C Garner (Secretary/Treas) and Robert R Garner (President).
What does Hope Incorporated fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.