Helen's Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen's Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Devon, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $815,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $120,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$815,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$22.9 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $620,000 the year before.
47% of its 2024 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 | $620,000 | 11 | $19.4 million |
| 2024 | $815,000 | 17 | $22.9 million |
How to apply
Helen's Hope 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Helen's Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $395,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $255,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $140,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vassar Brothers Hospital Foundation | General support | $120,000 |
| Episcopal Academy | General support | $100,000 |
| Branches Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Florida Keys Children's Shelter | General support | $65,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Newburgh Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Dutchess Outreach | General support | $50,000 |
| Family Services Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Kingston Self Help Inc DBA People's Place | General support | $50,000 |
| The Reading Team | General support | $50,000 |
| Swarthmore College | General support | $35,000 |
| Horizons Greater Philadelphia | General support | $30,000 |
| City Year Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| High Meadow School Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Peter's Place | General support | $25,000 |
| Speakup | General support | $25,000 |
| Westtown School | General support | $25,000 |
| Hopephl | General support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Karl
- Stephanie Karl
- Mallory Silva
- Hollie Saborido
- Kristian Karl
Questions people ask
Does Helen's Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen's Hope Foundation give?
$815,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Helen's Hope Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kenneth Karl (Chairman), Stephanie Karl (Founder and President), Mallory Silva (Executive Director) and Hollie Saborido (Trustee and Manager) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Helen's Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.