Hope BTR Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hope BTR Foundation is a private foundation in St James, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 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$70,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $58,400 the year before.
50% 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 | $58,200 | 2 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $58,400 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 2 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Hope BTR 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 Hope BTR Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $70,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lung Cancer Research Foundation | Lung cancer research | $50,000 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | Cancer research | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Redmond
- Kevin Redmond
- Jane Redmond
Questions people ask
Does Hope BTR Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hope BTR Foundation give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Hope BTR Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Redmond (Trustee), Kevin Redmond (Trustee) and Jane Redmond (Trustee).
What does Hope BTR Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.