Hussman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Hussman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ellicott City, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $753,941 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $309,015 and the largest $411,226. 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$753,941
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$309,015
- Largest grant$411,226
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $436,502 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 | $436,502 | 3 | $15.9 million |
| 2024 | $753,941 | 3 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
Hussman 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Hussman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $411,226 |
| Georgia | 1 | $309,015 |
| Maryland | 1 | $33,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Partners Asia | Supported humanitarian programs by delivering frontline emergency relief, providing direct food aid, shelter and support to local communities in Thailand and Burma. | $411,226 |
| Carter Center | Supports programs and services in the community to break the cycle of poverty. | $309,015 |
| Light House Inc | Supports programs and services the organization provides to locals in the community who are experiencing homelessness or who may be in need of support to avoid homelessness. | $33,700 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Hussman
- John Kenney
- Paula Kluth
- Theresa K Hussman
- Julianne Hussman
- Brooke Steinau
Questions people ask
Does Hussman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hussman Foundation Inc give?
$753,941 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $309,015.
Who runs Hussman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John P Hussman (Director), John Kenney (Director), Paula Kluth (Director) and Theresa K Hussman (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Hussman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, housing and homelessness and food and hunger.