The Hewitt Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hewitt Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,046 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$18,046
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$158,792
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,231 the year before.
36% 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 | $18,681 | 11 | $158,743 |
| 2024 | $15,231 | 10 | $160,124 |
| 2025 | $18,046 | 11 | $158,792 |
How to apply
The Hewitt 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 The Hewitt Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $12,090 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $1,206 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | For the general fund | $5,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | General fund & animas river project | $3,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | For the general fund | $2,500 |
| Prison Entrepreneurship | For the general fund | $2,500 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | For the general fund | $1,090 |
| New Hope | For the general fund | $1,000 |
| Project Healing Waters | For the general fund | $1,000 |
| St John's School | For the general fund | $1,000 |
| Belmont Mansion | For the general fund | $250 |
| Running Rivers Flipcause | For the general fund | $106 |
| Rio Grande County Museum | For the general fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey J Hewitt
- Naomi Hewitt
Questions people ask
Does The Hewitt Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hewitt Foundation Inc give?
$18,046 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Hewitt Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey J Hewitt (President, Director) and Naomi Hewitt (Vice President, Director).
What does The Hewitt Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and arts and culture.