Helen Graham Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen Graham Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Pound Ridge, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $222,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$222,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $211,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $195,000 | 14 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $211,000 | 15 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $222,000 | 15 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Helen Graham 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 Helen Graham Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $45,000 |
| New York | 5 | $42,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $41,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $17,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $16,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Perc | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $45,000 |
| Inst for Neuro Disorders (Ind) | Research projects | $40,000 |
| Teach for America | General support | $25,000 |
| Jacksonville Symphony | General support | $15,000 |
| Bridges to Community | Programs in d.r. | $10,000 |
| Hollins University | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Museum of Art | Education | $10,000 |
| MCV Foundation | Support for sickle cell research | $5,000 |
| The Reading Team | Support for pre and after school education programs | $5,000 |
| Virginia Historical Society | General support | $2,500 |
| Women's Giving Alliance | General support | $1,500 |
| Hope's Door | Support/women shelter | $1,000 |
| Myface | General support | $1,000 |
| Read to Grow | Childrens' literacy | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvey Dann IV
- Tyler Dann
Questions people ask
Does Helen Graham Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen Graham Charitable Foundation give?
$222,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Helen Graham Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harvey Dann IV (Trustee) and Tyler Dann (Trustee).
What does Helen Graham Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and arts and culture.