Hoffen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hoffen Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $253,800 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $105,000. 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$253,800
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$13.1 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
69% 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 | $1.3 million | 16 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $253,800 | 16 | $13.1 million |
How to apply
Hoffen Family 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 Hoffen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $200,200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,800 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Center Theater | General charitable contribution | $105,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General charitable contribution | $60,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | General charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Riverdale Jewish Center | General charitable contribution | $8,800 |
| Mechon Hadar | General charitable contribution | $5,500 |
| Chabad at Columbia Inc | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Ida Crown Academy | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| The Auschwitz Jewish Center | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Ohel Chabad Lubavitch | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Machne Israel - Colel Chabad | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Lincoln Square Synagogue | General charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Special Needs Institute | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Colel Chabad | General charitable contribution | $720 |
| Jewish Community Center in Manhattan Inc | General charitable contribution | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Hoffen
- Howard Hoffen
Questions people ask
Does Hoffen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hoffen Family Foundation give?
$253,800 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Hoffen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandra Hoffen (Chairman) and Howard Hoffen (Treasurer).
What does Hoffen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.