Hope Foundation
Accepts applications
Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Riverside, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $241,319 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,986. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$241,319
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,986
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2024 was up from $230,952 the year before.
79% 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 | $230,952 | 19 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $241,319 | 70 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Angela B Fischer the Hope Foundatio 50 South Main St, Providence, RI 02903 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (401) 272-5050 |
| What to submit | Send a simple letter request stating your organization, the purpose for the contribution and the amount requested. |
What Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 35 | $86,200 |
| Massachusetts | 10 | $49,068 |
| Montana | 6 | $32,986 |
| New York | 8 | $26,250 |
| California | 3 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $6,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,315 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gallatin Valley Land Trust | Operating expenses | $20,986 |
| Datma | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| School Year Abroad | Operating expenses | $17,693 |
| Emmanuel Church | Music program | $15,000 |
| Uplifting Journeys | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Codepink | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| United Way Ri | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| Humanus Documentary Film Foundation | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Issue Project Room | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Mofga | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern NE | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Preservation Society of Newport County | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Preserve Ri | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Social Enterprise Greenhouse | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| The City | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Unrwa USA | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Practical Farmer of Iowa | Operating expenses | $4,315 |
| National Young Farmers Coalition | Operating expenses | $4,000 |
| Sail Newport | Operating expenses | $4,000 |
| Redwood Library | Operating expenses | $3,250 |
| Film Forum | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Operating expenses; patrons program | $3,000 |
| New York Yacht Club Foundation | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Rodale Institute | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Bozeman Public Library Foundation | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| Bridger Ski Foundation | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| Grow Smart | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| Random Acts of Silliness | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| The Radcliffe Institute | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| Tinworks Art | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| Bridgercare | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Center for Humans and Nature | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Newport Classical | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Newport Historical Society | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| The Public's Radio | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| GBH | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Mystic Seaport Museum Inc | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Newport Art Museum | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Angela B Fischer
- Nicholas Brown
- John C Brown IV
Questions people ask
Does Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Hope Foundation give?
$241,319 in tax year 2024, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Hope Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Angela B Fischer (Trustee), Nicholas Brown (Trustee) and John C Brown IV (Trustee).
What does Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.