The Henry A McKinnell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Henry A McKinnell Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $140,000 and the largest $1.5 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$140,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$41.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.7 million | 7 | $36.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 5 | $38.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 4 | $41.5 million |
How to apply
The Henry A McKinnell 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 Henry A McKinnell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Rhode Island. It also paid $200,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.5 million |
| California | 2 | $130,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Foundation (Donor Advised Fund) | To support programs and activitites | $1.5 million |
| Infectious Diseases Institute | Unrestricted grant | $200,000 |
| Torrance Memorial Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $80,000 |
| Long Beach Acquarium of the Pacific | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Henry A McKinnell
Questions people ask
Does The Henry A McKinnell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Henry A McKinnell Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $140,000.
Who runs The Henry A McKinnell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Henry A McKinnell (Trustee).
What does The Henry A McKinnell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.