Catherine Hawkins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Catherine Hawkins Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2024 was up from $200,000 the year before.
89% 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 | $200,000 | 1 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 9 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Catherine Hawkins 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 Catherine Hawkins Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $400,000 |
| California | 3 | $325,000 |
| New York | 2 | $150,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $150,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unrwa | General | $400,000 |
| Centre for Effective Altruism USA Aka Giving Green | General | $200,000 |
| Environmental Law and Policy Center | General | $150,000 |
| High Country News | General | $100,000 |
| The Center for Investigative Reporting | General | $100,000 |
| Propublica | General | $100,000 |
| Smith College | General | $50,000 |
| Inside Climate News | General | $50,000 |
| Good Energy Collective | General | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John I Taylor
- Elizabeth C Taylor
- Cole H Taylor
Questions people ask
Does Catherine Hawkins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Catherine Hawkins Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Catherine Hawkins Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John I Taylor (Trustee), Elizabeth C Taylor (Trustee) and Cole H Taylor (Foundation Manager).
What does Catherine Hawkins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.