The Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $166,525 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $9,381 and the largest $45,000. 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$166,525
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$9,381
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $162,288 the year before.
64% 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 | $162,288 | 11 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $166,525 | 14 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Martin & Deborah Hale 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 Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $45,000 |
| New York | 6 | $43,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $30,763 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $28,762 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University | Annual Support | $45,000 |
| Pine Island Camp | Annual Support | $30,763 |
| Whitney Museum of Art | Annual Support | $27,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| Mass General Hospital | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| St Ann's Warehouse | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| Milton Academy | Annual Support | $8,762 |
| National Public Radio | Annual Support | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Women's Health | Annual Support | $3,500 |
| Packer Collegiate Institute | Annual Support | $2,500 |
| Brooklyn Kindergarten Society | Annual Support | $1,500 |
| QueerArt | Annual Support | $1,000 |
| Mothers Against Media Addiction | Annual Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah C Hale
- Martin M Hale
- Charles C Hale
Questions people ask
Does The Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation give?
$166,525 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $9,381.
Who runs The Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah C Hale (Trustee), Martin M Hale (Trustee) and Charles C Hale (Trustee).
What does The Martin & Deborah Hale Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.