The Hilltop Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hilltop Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $390,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$390,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $543,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $427,200 | 22 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $543,000 | 23 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $390,000 | 19 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Hilltop 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 Hilltop Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 19 | $390,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Hope has a placenew center of hope | $50,000 |
| Readykids | Maternal Mental Health Initiative, counseling and early education programs | $50,000 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | Partner Impact & Innovation Grants Charlottesville region. | $30,000 |
| COMPUTERS4KIDS | STEAM Mentoring | $25,000 |
| Women's Initiative | Mental Health Counseling Program | $25,000 |
| Charlottesville Free Clinic | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Paramount Theater | Arts Education Program and Mary P. Reese Community Access Fund | $25,000 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | General operations | $20,000 |
| Appalachian Voices | General operations | $20,000 |
| Public Education Foundation | Vision Fund | $15,000 |
| Wildrock | Outreach programs | $15,000 |
| Virginia Discovery Museum | General operations | $15,000 |
| Charlottesville Climate Collaborative | General Operations & Expansion | $15,000 |
| Albemarle Housing Improvement | General operations | $10,000 |
| Worksource Enterprises | Benefit Planning Services | $10,000 |
| Charlottesville Tomorrow | General operations | $10,000 |
| Front Porch | General operations | $10,000 |
| Virginia Institute of Autism | General operations | $10,000 |
| Light House Studio | Keep it reel program | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Greyson P Williams
- Ariana Ca Williams
Questions people ask
Does The Hilltop Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hilltop Foundation give?
$390,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Hilltop Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Greyson P Williams (Trustee) and Ariana Ca Williams (Trustee).
What does The Hilltop Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and education.