Peter and Helen Haje Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Peter and Helen Haje Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $263,850 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$263,850
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $231,356 the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $231,356 | 32 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $263,850 | 22 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Peter and Helen Haje 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 Peter and Helen Haje Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $211,100 |
| Connecticut | 8 | $47,750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Alternatives for Children | Charitable | $40,000 |
| School of American Ballet | Charitable | $35,000 |
| School of American Ballet | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Yale University | Charitable | $30,000 |
| New York Live Arts | Charitable | $25,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | Charitable | $20,000 |
| School of American Ballet | Charitable | $20,000 |
| New York Live Arts | Charitable | $17,500 |
| Lakeville Journal Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bronx Charter School for Childern | Charitable | $5,000 |
| City of New York Parks and Recreation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The American Independent Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wassaic Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| School of American Ballet | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Chore Service | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Little Guild | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Kent Land Trust | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Sharon Fire Department Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Hotchkiss Library of Sharon | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Equus Effect | Charitable | $750 |
| Innisfree Garden | Charitable | $600 |
| Lincoln Center Theater | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen Haje
- Michael Haje
- Katherine J Petitbon
Questions people ask
Does Peter and Helen Haje Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peter and Helen Haje Foundation give?
$263,850 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Peter and Helen Haje Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Helen Haje (President, Treasurer), Michael Haje (Vice President) and Katherine J Petitbon (Vice President, Secretary).
What does Peter and Helen Haje Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.