The Hawley Foundation for Children
Accepts applications
The Hawley Foundation for Children is a private foundation in Saratoga Springs, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $148,250 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $48,250. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$148,250
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$48,250
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $147,400 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $153,500 | 21 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $147,400 | 28 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $148,250 | 24 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Hawley Foundation for Children PO Box 1017, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (518) 469-2321, info@hawleyfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Grant applications can be downloaded http://hawleyfoundation.org/ |
| Deadlines | Community/campership are due 3/1; scholarships 5/1; discretionary - ongoing |
| Restrictions | Refer to grant application |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hawley Foundation for Children funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $148,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College Grant Recipients | For college tuition assistance | $48,250 |
| Saratoga Springs Rec Dept | Campership grant | $13,000 |
| Wilton Recreation | Campership grant | $7,000 |
| Mechanicville Area Comm Services Center | Campership grant | $6,000 |
| Race Track Chaplaincy | Campership grant | $6,000 |
| Franklin Community Center | Community grant | $5,000 |
| Lifeworks Community Action | Community grant | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa | Community grant | $5,000 |
| Wellspring | Community grant | $5,000 |
| Snacpack Program | Community grant | $5,000 |
| Bacc - Ballston Area Community Center | Campership grant | $4,000 |
| Stomping Ground | Campership grant | $4,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Campership grant | $4,000 |
| Captain Community Health Services Inc | Campership grant | $3,000 |
| Saratoga Regional YMCA | Campership grant | $3,000 |
| Wellspring | Campership grant | $3,000 |
| Captain Community Human Services Inc | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Glens Falls Area Youth Center | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Saratoga County | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Saratoga Center for the Family | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Captial District YMCA - Southern Saratoga | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga | Community grant | $3,000 |
| Mechanicville Area Comm Services Center | Community grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann O'Brien
- Bridget Kolakowski
- Cathleen Marino
- Chris Grosso
- Dan Fortier
- Deanne Palmer
- Greg Burns
- Jacqueline Sheffer
- Linda Ambrosino
- Lois Radke
- Maryclare Crandall
- Michelle Smallwood
- Pam Farrell
- Pamela Polacsek
- Rick Moran
Questions people ask
Does The Hawley Foundation for Children accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Community/campership are due 3/1; scholarships 5/1; discretionary - ongoing.
How much does The Hawley Foundation for Children give?
$148,250 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Hawley Foundation for Children?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann O'Brien (Director), Bridget Kolakowski (President), Cathleen Marino (Director) and Chris Grosso (Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Hawley Foundation for Children fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, community development and faith communities.