Hanlon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hanlon Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $572,256 and the largest $572,262. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$572,256
- Largest grant$572,262
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,750 the year before.
100% 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 | $65,692 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 16 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Hanlon 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $572,262 |
| Ohio | 1 | $572,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc | Distribution of foundation assets to donor-advised fund | $572,262 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Distribution of foundation assets to donor-advised fund | $572,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Hanlon
- Molly Hanlon
- Joan M McCoy
Questions people ask
Does Hanlon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hanlon Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $572,256.
Who runs Hanlon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Hanlon (Director), Molly Hanlon (Director) and Joan M McCoy (Director).