Allstadt Hardin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Allstadt Hardin Foundation is a private foundation in Cooperstown, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $126,423 in 86 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $30,000. 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$126,423
- Number of grants86
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees66%
Giving in 2025 was up from $94,324 the year before.
66% 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 | $131,335 | 73 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $94,324 | 70 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $126,423 | 86 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Allstadt Hardin 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 Allstadt Hardin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 52 | $82,049 |
| California | 6 | $28,663 |
| District of Columbia | 16 | $9,198 |
| Illinois | 2 | $1,250 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $1,163 |
| Ohio | 2 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation Ostego County | Community | $30,000 |
| Community Foundation Ostego County | Community | $10,000 |
| Earthjustice | Environment | $10,000 |
| Earth Justice | Environment | $10,000 |
| Earthjustice | Environment | $5,163 |
| Fam Planning of South Centra | Community/social | $5,000 |
| Cooperstown Summer Music Festival | Arts | $5,000 |
| Family Planning of Southcentral Ny | Community/social | $5,000 |
| Friends of Bassett HC Networ | Medical | $5,000 |
| Americans United for Separat | Social | $2,500 |
| As You Sow | Community | $2,000 |
| Fenimore Art Museum | Arts | $1,500 |
| Glimmerglass Festival | Community/arts | $1,250 |
| Cooperstown Food Pantry | Social/medical | $1,062 |
| Otsego 2000 | Community/environment | $1,062 |
| Pathfinder Village | Social | $1,062 |
| Susquehanna SPCA Inc | Community | $1,062 |
| Center for Science in the Public in | Community | $1,000 |
| Fenimore Farm | Environment | $1,000 |
| Ctr for Science in the Publi | Community | $1,000 |
| Doctors Wo Borders | Medical/social | $1,000 |
| Mother Jones | Education | $1,000 |
| Occa | Community | $1,000 |
| Otsego Lake Assn | Community/environment | $1,000 |
| Ring of Hope | Community | $1,000 |
| Rock Steady Boxing | Community | $1,000 |
| Smile Train | Social | $1,000 |
| Springbrook | Community | $1,000 |
| The Fistula Fdn | Medical/social | $1,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientist | Environment | $1,000 |
| Usmma Alumni Assoc | Education | $1,000 |
| Wrvo Public Media | Community/arts | $750 |
| Pathfinder Village | Education | $555 |
| Otsego 2000 | Community/environment | $515 |
| Otsego 2000 | Community/environment | $500 |
| Cfee | Environment | $500 |
| Charity Navigator | Community | $500 |
| Human Rights Campaign | Community | $500 |
| Hyde Hall | Community/arts | $500 |
| Cooperstown Graduate Assn | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis W Allstadt
- Melinda G Hardin
- Max H Allstadt
- John A Allstadt
- Sara Hardin-Allstadt Webb
Questions people ask
Does Allstadt Hardin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allstadt Hardin Foundation give?
$126,423 in tax year 2025, across 86 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Allstadt Hardin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louis W Allstadt (President), Melinda G Hardin (Vp/Secretary), Max H Allstadt (Director) and John A Allstadt (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Allstadt Hardin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, environment and conservation and arts and culture.