Helping Hands Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Helping Hands Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $812,856 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $102,087 and the largest $153,823. 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$812,856
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$102,087
- Largest grant$153,823
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $892,688 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $742,728 | 8 | $15.1 million |
| 2024 | $892,688 | 10 | $15.7 million |
| 2025 | $812,856 | 8 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
Helping Hands 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 Helping Hands Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $468,029 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $191,077 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $103,750 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Give Kids the World | Provide lodging for children with illness | $153,823 |
| Place of Hope Inc | Support for foster children and their family members | $138,464 |
| Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation | Pennies from heaven fund | $108,151 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Support charitable mission | $103,750 |
| Jupiter Medical Hospital | General support | $100,424 |
| YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh | Support camp kon-o-kwee | $82,926 |
| West Jupiter Community Group Inc | Support programmatic efforts | $75,318 |
| Angels of Hope | Provide financial and other assistance to families | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- K Hammel
- L Hammel
Questions people ask
Does Helping Hands Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helping Hands Foundation Inc give?
$812,856 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $102,087.
Who runs Helping Hands Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists K Hammel (Director/President) and L Hammel (Director/Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Helping Hands Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and human services.