HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $868,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$868,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $620,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $415,000 | 9 | $15.0 million |
| 2024 | $620,000 | 14 | $15.0 million |
| 2025 | $868,000 | 19 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
HG HF & LT Dornette 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 HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 16 | $810,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $33,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden | Project/program support | $100,000 |
| Greater Cincinnati Television | General operating | $100,000 |
| Cincinnati Museum Center | General operating | $100,000 |
| Cincinnati Nature Center | Project/program support | $75,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Project/program support | $75,000 |
| Great Parks Forever | General operating | $50,000 |
| City Gospel Mission | General operating | $50,000 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | General operating | $50,000 |
| Cincinnati Parks Foundation | Project/program support | $50,000 |
| Tikkun Farm Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
| Thomas More University Inc | General operating | $30,000 |
| Mariemont Preservation Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| Mill Creek Alliance | General operating | $25,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Project/program support | $25,000 |
| Gorman Heritage Farm Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnat | Project/program support | $20,000 |
| Imago | Project/program support | $10,000 |
| Cardinal Land Conservancy | General operating | $5,000 |
| Boone County Water Rescue Association | General operating | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fifth Third Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation give?
$868,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fifth Third Bank NA (Trustee).
What does HG HF & LT Dornette Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.