The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,400 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $13,500. 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$29,400
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$13,500
- Assets$495,537
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,900 the year before.
31% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,572 | 32 | $520,762 |
| 2024 | $34,900 | 29 | $504,496 |
| 2025 | $29,400 | 29 | $495,537 |
How to apply
The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 15 | $22,400 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1,400 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,200 |
| Alabama | 1 | $900 |
| New York | 2 | $800 |
| California | 2 | $600 |
| Oregon | 1 | $400 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $13,500 |
| 134 Collaborative | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $2,400 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $1,200 |
| RI Community Food Bank | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $1,200 |
| Riscc | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $900 |
| Wshu | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $700 |
| ACLU | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $600 |
| Amnesty International | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $600 |
| International Campaign for Tibet | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $600 |
| The Gamm Theatre | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $600 |
| Planned Parenthood | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $600 |
| Providence Preservation Society | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $500 |
| WGBH Educational Foundation | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $500 |
| Bible Mission Eugene | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $400 |
| Expedition Earth | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $400 |
| Wbru | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $400 |
| OxFam America | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $300 |
| St Mary's Parish | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $300 |
| Notable Works | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $300 |
| Rhode Island PBS | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $300 |
| The Public's Radio | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $300 |
| West Place Animal Sanctuary | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $300 |
| St Bonaventure Mission | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $200 |
| Artists For A Better World International | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $200 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $200 |
| Providence Rescue Mission | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $200 |
| UNICEF | Educate publicabout homelessnessin America | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Lane
- Linda Whitman
- Jerry Viou
Questions people ask
Does The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc give?
$29,400 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Lane (President), Linda Whitman (Treasurer) and Jerry Viou (Board Member).
What does The Helen Hudson Foundation for Homeless America Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and international.