The Hilibrand Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hilibrand Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 36 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $148,350. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$148,350
- Assets$28.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
17% 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 | $1.3 million | 31 | $24.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 35 | $25.3 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 36 | $28.3 million |
How to apply
The Hilibrand 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 The Hilibrand Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $409,500 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $267,210 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $170,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $163,144 |
| Illinois | 2 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 2 | $21,800 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad of Greenwich | General support | $148,350 |
| Feeding America | General support | $100,000 |
| Institute for Justice | General support | $90,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | General support | $86,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | General support | $75,000 |
| Autism Science Foundation | General support | $72,500 |
| Cato Institute | General support | $60,000 |
| Abilis | General support | $55,860 |
| University of Virginia | General support | $53,144 |
| Dorot | General support | $50,000 |
| University of Chicago | General support | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General support | $25,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League (Adl) | General support | $25,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Chabad on Campus International | General support | $25,000 |
| Communication 4 All | General support | $25,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | General support | $25,000 |
| International Society for Autism Research | General support | $25,000 |
| Success Academy Charter Schools | General support | $25,000 |
| Yankee Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| City Harvest | General support | $20,000 |
| Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County | General support | $20,000 |
| Louis Brandeis Ctr for Human Rights | General support | $20,000 |
| Stand With US | General support | $20,000 |
| Jewish Home for the Elderly of Fairfield County Inc | General support | $18,000 |
| Feeding Westchester | General support | $10,000 |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | General support | $10,000 |
| International Association for Spelling As Communication | General support | $10,000 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition | General support | $10,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| State Policy Network | General support | $10,000 |
| Philanthropy Roundtable | General support | $5,000 |
| Temple Beth Sholom | General support | $5,000 |
| Friendship Circle | General support | $1,800 |
| Association for Autism and Neurodiversity | General support | $1,000 |
| Mouth to Hand Parent Association Incorporated | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence E Hilibrand
- Deborah Z Hilibrand
Questions people ask
Does The Hilibrand Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hilibrand Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Hilibrand Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence E Hilibrand (Trustee) and Deborah Z Hilibrand (Trustee).
What does The Hilibrand Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.