The Hovey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hovey Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $316,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 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$316,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $445,000 the year before.
29% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $178,852 | 20 | $4.4 million |
| 2023 | $455,786 | 19 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $445,000 | 19 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $316,000 | 17 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
The Hovey 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 Hovey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $247,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $66,500 |
| New York | 3 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Fellowships | General operating | $150,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | General operating | $50,000 |
| Wills Eye Hospital Foundation | General operating | $40,000 |
| Guadalupe Center | General operating | $25,000 |
| Bascom Palmer Eye Institute | General operating | $20,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | General operating | $10,000 |
| NCH Center for Philanthropy | General operating | $7,500 |
| Morris Arboretum | General operating | $3,000 |
| Operation Healing Forces | General operating | $3,000 |
| Save a Mind (SAM) Elimu Charity | General operating | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General operating | $1,000 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | General operating | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Outlet | General operating | $1,000 |
| Matthew's Mindful Moment | General operating | $1,000 |
| Whitemarsh Foundation | General operating | $500 |
| Finger Lakes Boating Museum | General operating | $500 |
| Chestnut Hill Conservancy | General operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Hovey
- Carol A Hovey
- Brooke Hovey
- Christian Hovey
Questions people ask
Does The Hovey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hovey Foundation give?
$316,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Hovey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Hovey (Trustee), Carol A Hovey (Officer), Brooke Hovey (Officer) and Christian Hovey (Officer).
What does The Hovey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.