Hawkswaney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hawkswaney Foundation is a private foundation in Chilmark, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,125 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$12,125
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$79,658
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $19,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $15,000 | 10 | $93,315 |
| 2024 | $19,000 | 7 | $78,080 |
| 2025 | $12,125 | 5 | $79,658 |
How to apply
Hawkswaney 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 Hawkswaney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Educational | $5,000 |
| Moving for Life | Social benefits | $3,125 |
| St Marks School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Individual | Social benefits | $1,000 |
| Vineyard Golf Foundation | Chartible | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward F Miller
Questions people ask
Does Hawkswaney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hawkswaney Foundation give?
$12,125 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Hawkswaney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward F Miller (Chairman).
What does Hawkswaney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.