The Hill Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hill Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Missoula, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $107,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$107,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $89,000 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $89,000 | 16 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $107,500 | 12 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Hill Charitable 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 Hill Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $101,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $6,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Just in Time for Foster Youth | Sustaining contribution | $25,000 |
| Rady Childrens Hospital | Sustaining contribution | $15,000 |
| San Diego Audubon Society | Sustaining contribution | $15,000 |
| Feeding America San Diego | Sustaining contribution | $10,000 |
| San Diego Food Bank | Sustaining contribution | $10,000 |
| San Diego Zoo | Sustaining contribution | $10,000 |
| San Diego River Park Foundation | Sustaining contribution | $10,000 |
| Citizens for A Better Flathead | Sustaining contribution | $5,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Sustaining contribution | $5,000 |
| Community FDTN for A Better Bigfork | Sustaining contribution | $1,000 |
| YMCA Kids to Camp | Sustaining contribution | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Sustaining contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Kiy
- Melinda E Hill
Questions people ask
Does The Hill Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hill Charitable Foundation give?
$107,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Hill Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lisa Kiy (VP, Cfo, & Secretary) and Melinda E Hill (President & Manager).
What does The Hill Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and food and hunger.