The Hecht Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hecht Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $27,100 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$27,100
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$605,398
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $19,300 the year before.
44% 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 | $19,300 | 14 | $500,322 |
| 2024 | $27,100 | 18 | $605,398 |
How to apply
The Hecht Foundation Inc 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 The Hecht Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 6 | $11,500 |
| New York | 5 | $7,100 |
| Georgia | 5 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Advantage Inc | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Legal Information for Families Today | Charitable gift | $3,000 |
| Farber Cancer Institute | Charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Cornerstone Family Programs | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Grad Bag | Charitable gift | $1,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable gift | $1,500 |
| The Brigid Alliance | Charitable gift | $1,500 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Morristown Medical Center | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Gateway Center Inc | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Georgia Alzheimer's Foundation Inc | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Georgia Justice Project | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| JBWS | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Table of Hope | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| The Piedmont Healthcare Foundation | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| The Summer Camp | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| The Center for Reproductive Rights Inc | Charitable gift | $600 |
| Big Brother Big Sisters | Charitable gift | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy Ann Cramer
- Susan H Tofel
Questions people ask
Does The Hecht Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hecht Foundation Inc give?
$27,100 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Hecht Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Cathy Ann Cramer (President, Director) and Susan H Tofel (Treasurer, Director).
What does The Hecht Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.