The Hilgos Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hilgos Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,533 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $230 and the largest $4,500. 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$12,533
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$230
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$75,207
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $12,971 the year before.
29% 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 | $9,745 | 10 | $74,947 |
| 2024 | $12,971 | 17 | $72,592 |
| 2025 | $12,533 | 14 | $75,207 |
How to apply
The Hilgos 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hilgos Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 5 | $5,129 |
| Illinois | 4 | $4,572 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,180 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,032 |
| New York | 1 | $420 |
| Florida | 1 | $150 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimers Association | General charitable contribution | $4,500 |
| School of the Art Institute | General charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Arts & Minds | General charitable contribution | $1,180 |
| Tradeoffs | General charitable contribution | $1,032 |
| Metropolitan Museum | General charitable contribution | $420 |
| Les Turner ALS | General charitable contribution | $259 |
| Phillip's Collection | General charitable contribution | $250 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | General charitable contribution | $210 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | General charitable contribution | $204 |
| Filmakers Institute | General charitable contribution | $150 |
| Institute for Therapy through the Arts | General charitable contribution | $103 |
| Matthew Ornstein Foundation | General charitable contribution | $100 |
| Smithsonian Institution | General charitable contribution | $75 |
| Joan Dancy and Pals | General charitable contribution | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Berna Huebner
- Judy Holstein
- Elizabeth Hochman Schwartz
- Margot Levin Schiff
- Martha Goldstein
- Lily Ling Goldstein
Questions people ask
Does The Hilgos Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hilgos Foundation give?
$12,533 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $230.
Who runs The Hilgos Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lee Berna Huebner (Trustees), Judy Holstein (Board Member), Elizabeth Hochman Schwartz (Board Member & Secretary) and Margot Levin Schiff (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Hilgos Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and health.