The Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation is a private foundation in Norwalk, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $310,525 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$310,525
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,500 the year before.
42% 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 | $164,000 | 35 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $120,500 | 32 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $310,525 | 32 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Gerard and Patricia Hipp 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 Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 15 | $277,350 |
| Texas | 1 | $11,475 |
| Florida | 2 | $11,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $3,200 |
| New York | 1 | $2,600 |
| Iowa | 3 | $1,400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $600 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Living Christ Campaign | Raise funds for Diocese of Toledo capital campaign | $150,000 |
| Norwalk Arts Center LLC | Support for theater productions | $50,000 |
| Westside Christian Academy | Support academic operations | $15,000 |
| Monsignor Edward C Dunn Foundation for Education | Support for Catholic education in St. Peter's Parish School | $13,000 |
| The Ashbrook Center at Ashland University | Provide historical education to college youth | $12,000 |
| Mercy Ships | International medical support | $11,475 |
| Abigail Pregnancy Services | Support for pregnant women | $10,000 |
| St Peter the Apostle Catholic Church | Supporting the parish | $10,000 |
| Norwalk Catholic Schools | Providing resources for Catholic schools in Norwalk, OH | $8,475 |
| Individual | Provide basic human needs to those in need | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | Flags for families of fallen soldiers | $5,000 |
| Visual Bucket List Foundation | Provide opportunities to children with vision impairment | $3,500 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | Providing for the needs of patients | $3,200 |
| St Paul Catholic Church | Support of church ministry and operations | $3,000 |
| Covenant House | Support for homeless youth | $2,600 |
| Food for the Poor Inc | Feeding the hungry in the community | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Medical care for sick youth | $1,000 |
| The Friendly House Association of Mansfield Ohio | Various support projects in Mansfield Ohio. | $738 |
| Buckeye Imagination Museum | Support for museum operations and programs | $737 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | Assist in delivery of medical supplies to women and children in need | $500 |
| Altrusa International of Mansfield | General funds | $500 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Provide support for students and teachers | $500 |
| Mercy Corps | Humanitarian aid | $500 |
| Franciscans of Mary Immaculate | Support for the society's religious outreach | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Medical aid to victims of international crisis and disaster | $400 |
| Smile Train | Support corrective surgery for children with cleft palates | $400 |
| American National Red Cross | Support for Red Cross operations | $400 |
| Artists Open Studio Inc | Provide for local artists and exhibitions | $400 |
| Boy's Town | Support and education for children in need | $200 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Providing for homeless youth. | $200 |
| Support Our Aging Religious Inc | Aid for clergymen in need | $200 |
| Truman Library Institute | To support library projects | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey G Hipp
- Anne M Everson
- Mary P Berry
- John P Hipp
- Gerard C Hipp
- Patricia A Hipp
Questions people ask
Does The Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation give?
$310,525 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey G Hipp (President), Anne M Everson (Secretary), Mary P Berry (Treasurer) and John P Hipp (Vice-President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Gerard and Patricia Hipp Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.