Hackett Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hackett Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $765,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$765,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2025 was up from $240,000 the year before.
87% 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 | $125,000 | 1 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $240,000 | 7 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $765,000 | 23 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Hackett Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Hackett Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $390,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $125,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $90,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $75,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $64,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky University | General operating | $125,000 |
| Grand Valley State University | General operating | $100,000 |
| West Michigan United Way | General operating | $100,000 |
| Strickland Global Leadership | General operating | $90,500 |
| Design Museum in Chicago | General operating | $75,000 |
| Madison County Food Pantry | General operating | $39,500 |
| Community Action House | General operating | $30,000 |
| First Presbyterian Child Center | General operating | $25,000 |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental | General operating | $25,000 |
| Football Alumni of America | General operating | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating | $15,000 |
| Covenant House Michigan | General operating | $15,000 |
| Santa Claus Girls | General operating | $15,000 |
| Refugee Education Center | General operating | $12,500 |
| Wmcat | General operating | $10,000 |
| Santa Fe Institute | General operating | $10,000 |
| Emmanuel Hospice | General operating | $10,000 |
| Grand Rapids Symphony | General operating | $10,000 |
| Kidpower Teenpower | General operating | $10,000 |
| Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities | General operating | $10,000 |
| Hand 2 Hand | General operating | $10,000 |
| In the Image | General operating | $7,500 |
| I Understand | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Hackett
- J Patrick Hackett Jr
- Melissa M Hackett
- Alexandra Ketchum-Hackett
- Marilyn Elder
Questions people ask
Does Hackett Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hackett Family Foundation give?
$765,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Hackett Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James P Hackett (President), J Patrick Hackett Jr (Treasurer), Melissa M Hackett (Secretary) and Alexandra Ketchum-Hackett (Assistant Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Hackett Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and arts and culture.