The Hankins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hankins Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $590,750 in 65 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$590,750
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$14.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $561,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $567,015 | 53 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $561,500 | 57 | $12.8 million |
| 2025 | $590,750 | 65 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
The Hankins 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 Hankins Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 52 | $503,500 |
| Texas | 7 | $36,500 |
| Kansas | 3 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $25,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Western Reserve Academy | General Support of the Organization | $30,000 |
| Cleveland Playhouse | General Support of the Organization | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | General Support of the Organization | $20,000 |
| Beech Brook | General Support of the Organization | $20,000 |
| Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging | General Support of the Organization | $20,000 |
| Circle Health Services | General Support of the Organization | $20,000 |
| Hathaway Brown School | General Support of the Organization | $20,000 |
| HonorHealth Foundation | General Support of the Organization | $20,000 |
| Fieldstone Farm Therapeutic Riding Center | General Support of the Organization | $16,000 |
| Achievement Centers for Children | General Support of the Organization | $15,000 |
| Cleveland Sight Center | General Support of the Organization | $15,000 |
| Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges | General Support of the Organization | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | General Support of the Organization | $15,000 |
| The Centers for Families and Children | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Center for Arts-Inspired Learning | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Museum of Art | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Orchestra | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Museum of Natural History | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Zoological Society | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| EDWINS Foundation | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Prevent Blindness Ohio | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| United Way of Greater Cleveland | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Vocational Guidance Services | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Cleveland | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| YWCA Greater Cleveland | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Western Reserve Academy - FOREVERGREEN | Forevergreen Campaign | $10,000 |
| Salesmanship Club of Charitable Golf of Dallas | General Support of the Organizatio | $10,000 |
| Prevent Blindness Ohio | General Support of the Organizatio | $10,000 |
| 547 Art Center | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Lawrence Art Center | General Support of the Organization | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough Schools | General Support of the Organization | $6,000 |
| Cleveland Institute of Art | General Support of the Organization | $6,000 |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | General Support of the Organization | $6,000 |
| Cleveland Public Theatre | General Support of the Organization | $6,000 |
| Great Lakes Science Center | General Support of the Organization | $6,000 |
| Neighborhood Centers Association | General Support of the Organization | $6,000 |
| Mishpms PTO | General Support of the Organization | $5,000 |
| Highland Park Education Foundation | General Support of the Organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne Martin
- Richard R Hollington Jr
- Kristin M Lambeth
- Michael Tarwater
- Lorie H Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Hankins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hankins Foundation give?
$590,750 in tax year 2025, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Hankins Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Suzanne Martin (Trustee), Richard R Hollington Jr (Trustee), Kristin M Lambeth (Trustee) and Michael Tarwater (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Hankins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.