The Hite Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hite Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Melville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $947,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$947,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $728,000 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $900,000 | 8 | $15.4 million |
| 2023 | $728,000 | 13 | $15.8 million |
| 2024 | $947,500 | 13 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
The Hite 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 Hite Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $675,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $187,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $85,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Philharmonic-Symphony Society of New York Inc | General support | $250,000 |
| Weill Cornell Hospital | General support | $250,000 |
| Amchai Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Max Scholar | General support | $60,500 |
| The Young Mens and Young Womens Hebrew Association | General support | $50,000 |
| Wnet | General support | $50,000 |
| Aspen Music Festival and School | General support | $35,000 |
| Pionero Philanthropy Inc | General support | $27,000 |
| African Parks Foundation of America | General support | $25,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| The Aspen Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Young Concert Artists Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Resource Center Chabad of Aspen | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Danny Siegal
- Alex Greyserman
- Sharon Hite
- Lawrence D Hite
Questions people ask
Does The Hite Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hite Foundation Inc give?
$947,500 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs The Hite Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Danny Siegal (Secretary), Alex Greyserman (Vice President), Sharon Hite (President & Treasurer) and Lawrence D Hite (Director).
What does The Hite Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.