The Hyde Family Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Hyde Family Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $274,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$274,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.4 million the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 | $15.8 million | 10 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 9 | $8.0 million |
| 2025 | $274,000 | 9 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Hyde Family Charitable Fund 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 Hyde Family Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $222,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $7,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shaw Festival Foundation | Educational | $150,000 |
| St Thomas Day School | Educational | $40,000 |
| Glasswing International | Educational | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Buffalo Prep | Educational | $10,000 |
| Richardson Center | Educational | $10,000 |
| Bearcamp Center | Educational | $7,000 |
| Buffalo Center for Arts & Technology | Educational | $7,000 |
| Children's Well-Being Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Hyde
- Margaret H Wachtel
- Douglas W Hyde
Questions people ask
Does The Hyde Family Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hyde Family Charitable Fund give?
$274,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Hyde Family Charitable Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas R Hyde (Trustee), Margaret H Wachtel (Trustee) and Douglas W Hyde (Trustee).
What does The Hyde Family Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.