The Hillis Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hillis Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hudson, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,100 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$72,100
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $179,000 the year before.
23% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,000 | 25 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $72,100 | 26 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Hillis Family 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.
What The Hillis Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 19 | $42,100 |
| Florida | 3 | $13,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough T1D | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Morton Plant Health Care Fund | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $5,500 |
| Catholic Charities | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Clearwater Free Clinic | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Genesis Club | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Charlton Fire Department | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Community Dental Clinic | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Nativity School of Worcester | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Alzheimers Foundation | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Boston College | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Monadock Community Hospital | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Charlton Police Department | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Detectogether | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Gavin Foundation | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Merrimack College | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Riverside Community Care | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Seven Hills Foundation | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Stonehill College | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Veterans Inc | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Abby's House | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| American Red Cross | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Open Sky Community Services | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Hudson Police Department | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Maadac | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Dana Farber | To fund continuing charitable purposes | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- David W Hillis
- Jeffrey W Hillis
- Patrice M Muchowski
- Carolanne Hillis
- David W Hillis Jr
- Susan Hillis
Questions people ask
Does The Hillis Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hillis Family Foundation Inc give?
$72,100 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Hillis Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David W Hillis (President), Jeffrey W Hillis (Treasurer), Patrice M Muchowski (Clerk/Director) and Carolanne Hillis (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Hillis Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.