The Hitt Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hitt Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Falls Church, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.8 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $500,000 and the largest $5.0 million. 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$6.8 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 4 | $12.0 million |
| 2025 | $6.8 million | 5 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Hitt Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $5.3 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Inova Health System Foundation | General use | $5.0 million |
| Georgia Tech Athletic Association | General use | $1.0 million |
| Richard J Caron Foundation | General use | $500,000 |
| Laurel Ridge Community College Educational FDTN Inc | General use | $250,000 |
| St Mary's Episcopal Church | General use | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett Hitt
- Cullen A Hitt
- Alexander Seleznyov
Questions people ask
Does The Hitt Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hitt Family Foundation Inc give?
$6.8 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs The Hitt Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Brett Hitt (President/Trustee), Cullen A Hitt (Vice President/Trustee) and Alexander Seleznyov (Treasurer/Secretary/Trustee).