Hitchens Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hitchens Family Foundation is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2023 it gave $341,055 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,264 and the largest $95,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$341,055
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,264
- Largest grant$95,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2023 was up from $33,000 the year before.
42% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $33,000 | 20 | $341,075 |
| 2023 | $341,055 | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
Hitchens 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.
What Hitchens Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 18 | $331,055 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Munson Healthcare Foundations | General charitable purposes | $95,000 |
| Leland Public Schools | General charitable purposes | $40,000 |
| St Joseph Church | General charitable purposes | $40,000 |
| Traverse Health Clinic | General charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Pine Rest Foundation | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Child and Family Services of NW Michigan | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Archangel Gabriel Greek Orthodox Church | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Santiago Panama Mission Adventure | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Christ the King Church | General charitable purposes | $5,264 |
| Immaculate Conception Church | General charitable purposes | $5,264 |
| St Francis Church | General charitable purposes | $5,264 |
| St Wenceslaus Church | General charitable purposes | $5,263 |
| Cederville Music Booster Club | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Leland Educational Foundation | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Stepping Stones Montessori | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Cederville Booster Club | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Clark Township Ambulance | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Clark Township Fire Department | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Hitchens
- Julie M Hitchens
- Eileen Larsen
Questions people ask
Does Hitchens Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hitchens Family Foundation give?
$341,055 in tax year 2023, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,264.
Who runs Hitchens Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Thomas E Hitchens (President), Julie M Hitchens (Treasurer) and Eileen Larsen (Secretary).
What does Hitchens Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.