Napoleon Hill Foundation
Accepts applications
Napoleon Hill Foundation is a private foundation in Wise, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $505,802 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$505,802
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $123,512 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $123,512 | 2 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 2 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Don M Green PO Box 1277, Wise, VA 24293 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (276) 328-6700 |
| What to submit | No formal application form needs to be submitted. |
| Deadlines | There are no submission deadlines. |
| Restrictions | There are no restrictions or limitations on awards. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Napoleon Hill Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia at Wise | General support | $1.0 million |
| Various Institutions | General support | $1,950 |
Officers and trustees
- James L Oleson
- Don M Green
- Phillip K Fuentes
- Michael W Battle
- Dr James B Hill
Questions people ask
Does Napoleon Hill Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There are no submission deadlines.
How much does Napoleon Hill Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $505,802.
Who runs Napoleon Hill Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James L Oleson (Chairman), Don M Green (Exec Directo), Phillip K Fuentes (President) and Michael W Battle (Vp/Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Napoleon Hill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.