Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$98,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $98,500 the year before.
45% 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 | $98,105 | 16 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $98,500 | 19 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $98,500 | 20 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Hess and Helyn Kline 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 Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $44,500 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $26,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $13,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $7,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Naumburg Orchestral Concerts | General fund | $25,000 |
| Family Table Collaboration | General fund | $11,000 |
| Paracademia | General fund | $10,500 |
| Stephanie's House Inc | General fund | $10,000 |
| Herren Project | General fund | $7,500 |
| Cape Cod Hospital Lightkeepers | General fund | $5,000 |
| Cape Wellness Collaborative | General fund | $5,000 |
| Original Garden State Corvette Club | General fund | $5,000 |
| Pals for Life Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Cape Cod Toy Library | General fund | $2,500 |
| Christina's Reptile and Animal Sanctuary | General fund | $2,500 |
| Interwoven | General fund | $2,000 |
| Death of Classical Inc | General fund | $1,500 |
| The Allen-Stevenson School | General fund | $1,500 |
| Sunshine Kids Foundation | General fund | $1,500 |
| Child USA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Upper East Side Historic Districts | General fund | $1,000 |
| Jefferson Market Garden | General fund | $1,000 |
| Bronx Botantical Gardens | General fund | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Mentzer
- Christopher Mentzer
- Denise Jo Levy
- Stephen Judson
Questions people ask
Does Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation give?
$98,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Mentzer (Trustee), Christopher Mentzer (Trustee), Denise Jo Levy (Trustee) and Stephen Judson (Trustee).
What does Hess and Helyn Kline Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.