The Hipkins Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hipkins Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$79,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $72,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,300 | 16 | $862,567 |
| 2024 | $72,000 | 14 | $966,337 |
| 2025 | $79,500 | 15 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Hipkins Family 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 Hipkins Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $76,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Ballet Theater | Contribution | $25,000 |
| New York City Ballet | Contribution | $17,500 |
| New York Philharmonic | Contribution | $6,500 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Contribution | $5,000 |
| New York City Center | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Contribution | $3,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Contribution | $3,000 |
| City Harvest | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Colgate University | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Franklin & Marshall College | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Skidmore College | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Ny Botanical Garden | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Contribution | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth A Hipkins
- Diane R Hipkins
- Barbara Hipkins
Questions people ask
Does The Hipkins Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hipkins Family Foundation give?
$79,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Hipkins Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth A Hipkins (Grantor and Trustee), Diane R Hipkins (Grantor and Trustee) and Barbara Hipkins (Grantor and Trustee).
What does The Hipkins Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.