Jack and Robin Hake Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jack and Robin Hake Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
41% 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 | $730,993 | 16 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 20 | $15.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 22 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
Jack and Robin Hake 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 Jack and Robin Hake Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $475,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $467,600 |
| Texas | 1 | $120,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $110,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $70,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $65,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary Catholic School - Angel Scholarship Fund | To help send kids to saint mary catholic school | $250,000 |
| Covenant Radio | Fundraiser | $150,000 |
| Our Little Haven | Foster children's home | $125,000 |
| Mission International | Education | $120,000 |
| St Paul Center for Biblical Theology | Education | $110,000 |
| Our Sorrowful Mother's Ministry | Support the church and their mission | $75,000 |
| Focus | College ministry | $70,000 |
| Siue Newman Catholic Community | Support students to freely express and grow in their faith,and thriving college community. | $70,000 |
| Vagabond Missions | Help the mission of the ministry to spread the word of jesus | $65,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis | Evangelization | $60,000 |
| Catholics Come Home | Evangelization | $50,000 |
| World Pediatric Project | Support critically ill children and build health care | $50,000 |
| A Beacon of Light Pregnancy Center | Help fight abortion | $40,000 |
| Mater Media | Provide people with better choices for their use of media and opportunites to learn about their faith | $30,000 |
| St Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness | Fundraiser | $30,000 |
| University of South Florida Melanoma Research | Support research | $30,000 |
| Children's Bible Story Books in Every Home | Help provide children with access to bible stories | $25,000 |
| Mid-America Preparatory School | Help teach god's mission to kids | $20,000 |
| Saint Louis Ballet | To bring the beauty of ballet to the community | $15,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | Support parish | $15,000 |
| St Boniface Church | Parish support and tuition assistance | $12,600 |
| Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry | Evangelization | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Hake
- Robin G Hake
- Mark Z Schraier
Questions people ask
Does Jack and Robin Hake Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack and Robin Hake Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Jack and Robin Hake Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Hake (Secretary, Treasurer & Dir), Robin G Hake (President & Director) and Mark Z Schraier (Director).
What does Jack and Robin Hake Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.