Lawrence M Hilton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lawrence M Hilton Foundation is a private foundation in Trenton, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $37,965 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,100 and the largest $14,885. 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$37,965
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,100
- Largest grant$14,885
- Assets$761,530
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,800 the year before.
92% 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $198,661 |
| 2024 | $45,800 | 3 | $454,715 |
| 2025 | $37,965 | 12 | $761,530 |
How to apply
Lawrence M Hilton 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 Lawrence M Hilton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $33,815 |
| New York | 3 | $3,700 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $450 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Philharmonic | To support the organizations mission | $14,885 |
| Trenton Community A-Team | To support the organizations mission of promoting the art of home-challenged artists | $5,000 |
| Capital Health | To support capital healths mission in exchange for a memorial bench | $4,230 |
| Passage Theatre Company | To provide cash and other support to the theatre | $3,000 |
| Woodekin Theatre | New federal theatre | $3,000 |
| Afar | To support afars mission as a sober living umbrella organization | $2,500 |
| Wbgo | To support public radio station jazz 88.3 fm | $1,700 |
| New Brunswick Jazz Project | To support the organizations mission | $1,500 |
| Shiloh Community Development Corporation | To support shilohs mission of improving the quality of life for residents of greater trenton | $1,000 |
| The Tank | To support the theatre and plays | $500 |
| Wrti | To support jazz radio | $450 |
| Jazz on the Tube | To support the organizations mission | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John D Kelly
- Bryan Papp
- Dwayne Martin
- Karl T Howell
- Karla Howell
- Karen Hilton
- Willard Stanback Esq
- Sylvester Bo Gore
- Jim Gordon
Questions people ask
Does Lawrence M Hilton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lawrence M Hilton Foundation give?
$37,965 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,100.
Who runs Lawrence M Hilton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John D Kelly (President), Bryan Papp (Vice President), Dwayne Martin (Treasurer) and Karl T Howell (Member) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Lawrence M Hilton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.