The Hazel Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Hazel Fund is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $96,875 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$96,875
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$544,071
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $133,750 the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $133,750 | 12 | $577,584 |
| 2024 | $96,875 | 16 | $544,071 |
How to apply
The Hazel Fund 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 Hazel Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $27,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 4 | $3,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $375 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier Athletes | General support | $30,000 |
| Heritage University | General support | $25,000 |
| Alliance for Justice | General support | $15,000 |
| Mississippi Center for Justice | General support | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $2,000 |
| Ukc Basketball Club | General purpose | $1,500 |
| ACLU | General support | $1,200 |
| Amnesty International | General support | $1,000 |
| Child Aid | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $1,000 |
| School of American Ballet | Educational | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $1,000 |
| Cybergrants LLC | General support | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $500 |
| Sierra Club | General support | $375 |
| National Audubon Society | General support | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank J Baron
- Wylie G Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Hazel Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hazel Fund give?
$96,875 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Hazel Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Frank J Baron (President) and Wylie G Burke (Sec/Treasure).
What does The Hazel Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and international.