The Pixley Hill Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Pixley Hill Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lynbrook, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $7.2 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $3.1 million. 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$7.2 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$3.1 million
- Assets$40.9 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.9 million the year before.
54% 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 | $1.5 million | 37 | $33.0 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 24 | $42.7 million |
| 2025 | $7.2 million | 41 | $40.9 million |
How to apply
The Pixley Hill 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 Pixley Hill Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $5.4 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $350,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $335,000 |
| California | 4 | $250,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $145,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Symphony Space Inc | Capital campaign | $3.1 million |
| The Brigid Alliance Inc | General support | $858,700 |
| The Bridge Project Inc | General support | $500,000 |
| National Abortion Federation | General support | $350,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General support | $335,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy Inc | General support | $250,000 |
| Vera Institute of Justice | General support | $250,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Louisiana | General support | $200,000 |
| Community Access | General support | $129,500 |
| New Reach Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Tides Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Global Impact | General support | $100,000 |
| Abortion Coalition for Telemedicine Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| The Loveland Foundation Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Neo Philanthropy Inc- the Louisiana Alliance Project | General support | $75,000 |
| The Grabhorn Institute | General support | $50,000 |
| The Wharton Institute for Performing Arts Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Women Donors Network | General support | $50,000 |
| Newton's Attic Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| CODE313 | General support | $50,000 |
| STEM Library Lab | General support | $50,000 |
| NYC First Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Public Health Institute Access Bridge | General support | $50,000 |
| Circle of Hope Health Care Services | General support | $25,000 |
| Oasis-A Haven for Women and Children | General support | $25,000 |
| Abortion Access for All Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Chicago Abortion Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| The Colorado Grand Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Plan A Health Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| El Sistema USA | General support | $10,000 |
| HNRNP Family Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| The Brotherhood Sister Sol Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| United Negro College Fund Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Volunteers in Medicine-Berkshires Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| CB Community Schools | General support | $10,000 |
| The 19th News | General support | $10,000 |
| Wnet | General support | $10,000 |
| Guttmacher Institute Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Lilith Charitable Fund | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Davis
- Lenore Davis
- Isaac Davis
- Anastasia Davis
- Aaron Davis
- Samantha Wickman
Questions people ask
Does The Pixley Hill Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pixley Hill Foundation Inc give?
$7.2 million in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Pixley Hill Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Davis (President, Treas., Director), Lenore Davis (Vice Pres., Sec., Director), Isaac Davis (Director) and Anastasia Davis (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Pixley Hill Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, international and health.