The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity
Preselected recipients only
The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $16,000. 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$17,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$16,531
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $17,500 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 | $17,500 | 2 | $25,705 |
| 2024 | $17,500 | 2 | $10,025 |
| 2025 | $17,500 | 2 | $16,531 |
How to apply
The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity 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 The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Country Day School Scholarship Fund | Educational | $16,000 |
| Smithsonian Science Education Center | Educational | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick E Hart
- Lindy Hart
Questions people ask
Does The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity give?
$17,500 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick E Hart (Executive Director) and Lindy Hart (Director).
What does The Frederick E Hart Foundation for Educational Opportunity fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.