The Hanafin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hanafin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Annandale, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $243,399 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $24,200 and the largest $50,000. 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$243,399
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$24,200
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $189,600 the year before.
56% 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 | $205,672 | 8 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $189,600 | 8 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $243,399 | 10 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Hanafin Foundation Inc 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 Hanafin Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $98,399 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $70,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Little Flower High School | Catherine t griffin scholarship-tuition assistance for juniors and seniors of single-parent families | $50,000 |
| Diocese of Metuchen | Elizabeth johantgen scholarship | $35,000 |
| DC Burn Foundation | Education and advanced burn care training | $30,000 |
| Diocese of Metuchen | Foundation for catholic education | $30,000 |
| Equi-Kids | Therapeutic riding program | $25,000 |
| Middle Earth | College readiness | $23,399 |
| Mercy Career & Technical High School | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Children's Day School | Facility improvements, student scholarships, library books, classroom resources | $15,000 |
| Red Mill Museum Village | Artifact lab | $10,000 |
| Turner Public Library | Educational club programming | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chelsey F Hanafin
- Jeanette H Frey
- Danielle Whalen
- Kay Chastonguay
Questions people ask
Does The Hanafin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hanafin Foundation Inc give?
$243,399 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $24,200.
Who runs The Hanafin Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Chelsey F Hanafin (Chairman of the Board), Jeanette H Frey (President), Danielle Whalen (Vice President/Secretary) and Kay Chastonguay (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does The Hanafin Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.