The Hanson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hanson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $174,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$174,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $168,000 the year before.
46% of its 2025 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 | $155,000 | 3 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $168,000 | 11 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $174,500 | 13 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
The Hanson Family 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.
What The Hanson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $55,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $46,000 |
| Maryland | 7 | $26,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| The Principia | General support | $46,000 |
| Adventure Unlimited | General support | $25,000 |
| Rotary Foundation of Washington DC | General support | $20,000 |
| Primary Day School Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Weta | General support | $5,500 |
| Riverworks Art Center Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Landon School | General support | $3,500 |
| Maryland 4H Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Great and Small Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Kentlands Community Foundation Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Wilderness Leadership & Learning | General support | $2,000 |
| Rockville Chorus Inc | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Hanson
- Charles D Hanson
- J Timothy Hanson
Questions people ask
Does The Hanson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hanson Family Foundation give?
$174,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Hanson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Hanson (Trustee), Charles D Hanson (Trustee) and J Timothy Hanson (Trustee).
What does The Hanson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.