The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $261,000 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $61,000. 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$261,000
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$61,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $231,993 the year before.
61% 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 | $162,199 | 14 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $231,993 | 21 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $261,000 | 44 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund 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 Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 27 | $145,500 |
| New York | 5 | $41,500 |
| California | 6 | $28,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $23,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $14,500 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $8,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Independent Documentary | General support | $61,000 |
| ACLU - American Civil Liberties Union | General support | $23,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $20,000 |
| The Boston Living Center | General support | $17,000 |
| The Greater Boston Food Bank | General support | $15,000 |
| Madre | General support | $10,000 |
| Puente de la Costa Sur | General support | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Puerto Rico | General support | $8,000 |
| Partners in Health | General support | $8,000 |
| The Gay & Lesbian Review | General support | $8,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $7,000 |
| Common Cause Education Fund | General support | $6,000 |
| Global Fund for Women | General support | $6,000 |
| Pie Ranch | General support | $6,000 |
| Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | General support | $5,000 |
| Urgent Action Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Bioneers | General support | $4,000 |
| Bsotanglewood Symphony Hall | General support | $3,000 |
| Berkshire Natural Resources Council | General support | $2,500 |
| Mass Moca | General support | $2,500 |
| Berkshire International Film Festival | General support | $2,000 |
| Earthjustice | General support | $2,000 |
| Norman Rockwell Museum | General support | $2,000 |
| North Adams Regional Hospital | General support | $2,000 |
| Berkshire Medical Center | General support | $1,500 |
| Fairview Hospital | General support | $1,500 |
| Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center | General support | $1,500 |
| Public Citizen Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute | General support | $1,500 |
| Trustees of Reservations | General support | $1,500 |
| Bay Area Lyme Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Clean Water Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Construct Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Emily M Sotelo Safety and Persistence Charitable Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of Western Massachusetts | General support | $1,000 |
| Great Barrington Land Conservancy | General support | $1,000 |
| Greenagers | General support | $1,000 |
| New England Public Media | General support | $1,000 |
| Northfield Mt Hermon | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elisabeth Hardman Rix
- Robert Hardman
- Nancy E Dempze
- Sarah M Waelchli
Questions people ask
Does The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund give?
$261,000 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Elisabeth Hardman Rix (Trustee), Robert Hardman (Trustee), Nancy E Dempze (Trustee) and Sarah M Waelchli (Trustee).
What does The Robert & Helen Hardman Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, food and hunger and health.