Hettinger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hettinger Foundation is a private foundation in Chappaqua, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $655,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.0 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$655,000
- Assets$48.3 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $2.0 million the year before.
10% of its 2024 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 | $2.0 million | 19 | $43.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 21 | $48.3 million |
How to apply
Hettinger 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 Hettinger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $980,000 |
| California | 2 | $425,000 |
| Florida | 8 | $395,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $140,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Millbrook School | Unrestricted | $655,000 |
| Khan Academy | Unrestricted | $400,000 |
| Prep for Prep Project | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Metropolitan Ministries Inc | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| North Bennet Street School | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Damon Runyon Research Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Mary Lee's House | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Operation Family Fund | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Spring of Tampa Bay Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Boston Rescue Mission | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Glazer Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Community Resource & Service Corp | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Dutchess Land Conservancy | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Junior League of Tampa Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Smile Train | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William R Hettinger
- Corinna Hettinger
Questions people ask
Does Hettinger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hettinger Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Hettinger Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William R Hettinger (Trustee) and Corinna Hettinger (Trustee).
What does Hettinger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.