The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.1 million in 73 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $2.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$10.1 million
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$212 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.8 million the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $9.8 million | 102 | $199 million |
| 2024 | $10.1 million | 73 | $212 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Edele Hovnanian President 4000 Route 66, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (732) 922-6100 |
| What to submit | Preliminary application should be submitted on official organization letterhead and must describe the purpose for which funds, if granted, will be used. Financial statements for the three(3) most recent accounting periods and proof of organization's internal revenue service approval of non-taxable status under 501(c)(3) i.r.c. Must be submitted. Also a certification of organization officer or proof that organization continues to qualify under section 501(c)(3) or 170(c)(2)(b) i.r.c. Must be submitted. A formal application may be required. |
| Restrictions | Grants are made only to recognized organizations that are qualified as tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code or to governments exclusively for charitable purpose as described in section 170(c)(2)(b) of the internal revenue code of 1986 and its regulations as they now exist or as they may hereafter be amended. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey. It also paid $2.4 million in 37 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 25 | $4.4 million |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $3.1 million |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 2 | $72,800 |
| New York | 4 | $68,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2.0 million |
| Community Medical Center Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2.0 million |
| Birthright Armenia | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1.1 million |
| Armenia Sme Fund | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1.1 million |
| Ocean County Votech School | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1.1 million |
| Hovnanian School | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1.0 million |
| Repat Armenia Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $259,050 |
| Friends of Botanical Gardens | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $229,789 |
| Acs Ic Our Lady of Armenia Convent | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $125,000 |
| Armand Hammer United World | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $100,000 |
| Icare Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $53,000 |
| Merk of New Jersey Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Shore Clubhouse | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Berd Community of Tavush | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $48,336 |
| Bazoomq Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $44,000 |
| Armenian Eyecare Project | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $40,300 |
| Rog Production LLC | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $40,000 |
| Armsymphony Support Fund | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $38,476 |
| National Center for Aesthetics CJSC | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $33,548 |
| Evn News Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $32,500 |
| Gituzh Scientific Ecosystem | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $32,155 |
| Armenian Association of Social Workers Ngo | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $32,127 |
| Kazm Cultural Ngo | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $31,000 |
| Global to Local | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $30,961 |
| Tahuys Social Education | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,181 |
| Animal Medical Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - Jersey Shore Council | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Harboring Hearts Housing Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Health for Armenia Social | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Ocean County College Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Rearmenia Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| The Tufenkian Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Reanimania Ngo | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $21,145 |
| Homeland Development Found | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,965 |
| Armenian Bioinformatics Institute Scientific Education | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Fulfill | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Women's Support Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Jrtuk LLC | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $19,319 |
| Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $18,320 |
| Caritas Aregak Charity Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $16,134 |
Officers and trustees
- Edele Hovnanian
- Gorr Sahakian
- Siran Sahakian
- Leela Hovnanian
- Tanya Hovnanian Baghdasarian
Questions people ask
Does The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc give?
$10.1 million in tax year 2024, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Edele Hovnanian (President), Gorr Sahakian (Vice President/Secretary), Siran Sahakian (Treasurer) and Leela Hovnanian (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The H Hovnanian Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and health.