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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 13-6019226

William Randolph Hearst Foundation

A private foundation in New York, NY. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 264 grants and $34.9 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
See the Fdn's website hearstfdnorg
300 W57th St
New York, NY 10019
support.nyhearstfdn.org
Form and materials
Applications are available on the Foundations website hearstfdn.org
Deadlines
See the Foundations website hearstfdn.org
Restrictions
See the Foundations website Hearstfdn.org

Assets and giving by year

5 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $34,926,150

    Grants listed
    264
    Assets, end of year
    $942,659,590
  • Tax year 2023

    $36,856,583

    Grants listed
    278
    Assets, end of year
    $863,516,672
  • Tax year 2022

    $39,942,056

    Grants listed
    337
    Assets, end of year
    $755,108,483
  • Tax year 2021

    $34,104,000

    Grants listed
    322
    Assets, end of year
    $963,161,767
  • Tax year 2020

    $69,730,750

    Grants listed
    461
    Assets, end of year
    $878,575,745

Grants paid in 2024

264 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. New York-Presbyterian HospitalNew York, NY

    To support new Cancer Building with a capital investment

    $2,000,000
  2. Norton Museum of ArtWest Palm BCH, FL

    To support the expansion and renovation of facility

    $1,000,000
  3. Alamo Trust IncSan Antonio, TX

    To support a capital campaign for the Vistors Ctr and 4D Theater Lobby

    $500,000
  4. The Juilliard SchoolNew York, NY

    To provide scholarships in the performing arts

    $500,000
  5. Harvard UniversityCambridge, MA

    To support undergraduate financial aid through the Phobe Apperson Hearst Scholarship

    $500,000
  6. Covenant HouseNew York, NY

    To support Anti-Human trafficking program

    $500,000
  7. Inner City Scholarship ( Partnership Schools)New York, NY

    To provide scholarships

    $500,000
  8. Los Angeles County Museum of ArtLos Angeles, CA

    To support the Building LACMA capital campaign

    $500,000
  9. Columbia University in the City of NYNew York, NY

    To establish the WRH Journalism scholarship

    $500,000
  10. The Paley Center for MediaNewyork, NY

    To establish the Hearst HS Media Internship

    $500,000
  11. The New York Botanical GardenBronx, NY

    To support educational programs

    $375,000
  12. University of California San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA

    To support the Psychiatry Urology Depts.

    $375,000
  13. Yale UniversityNew Haven, CT

    To support RULER for recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing regulating emotions

    $350,000
  14. Pioneer Works Art FoundationBrooklyn, NY

    To support the construction of a public observatory

    $350,000
  15. Houston Grand OperaHouston, TX

    To provide the expansion of the Community and Learning programs

    $300,000
  16. Natural History Museum of Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles, CA

    To support environmental education programs

    $300,000
  17. New York UniversityNew York, NY

    To provide public service scholarships under the Tenney Scholarship Fund

    $300,000
  18. Sustainable Development Solutions NetworkNew York, NY

    To support science sustainability development curricula

    $300,000
  19. University of WashingtonSeattle, WA

    To support the capital campaign for a Cold Lab in the College of Environment

    $300,000
  20. Columbia University in the City of New YorkNew York, NY

    To support the Pathways to Leadership and Advancement in Nursing

    $300,000
  21. Habitat for Humanity InternationalAtlanta, GA

    To support the implementation of Community Aging in Place

    $300,000
  22. San Francisco General HospitalSan Francisco, CA

    To support a capital campaign for the Outpatient Heath Center

    $300,000
  23. Texas Children's HospitalHouston, TX

    To support the pursue of youth mental heath care under the Bridge Clinic Program

    $300,000
  24. Weill Medical College of Cornell UniversityNew York, NY

    To support the creation of the Center for the Study and Support of Caregivers

    $300,000
  25. San Francisco Film SocietySan Francisco, CA

    To provide general operating support

    $250,000
  26. San Francisco SymphonySan Francisco, CA

    To support the music education programs

    $250,000
  27. Beacon EducationWilmington, NC

    To support girls leadership programs at GLOWS Academy

    $250,000
  28. Brown University of ProvidenceProvidence, RI

    To provide support for Hearst Medical Scholars Program

    $250,000
  29. Punahou SchoolHonolulu, HI

    To provide capital support for the construction of the Academy Learning Commons

    $250,000
  30. Syracuse UniversitySyracuse, NY

    To support the Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship

    $250,000
  31. Vanderbilt UniversityNashville, TN

    To support the School of Nursings micro-credentialing program and the TV News Archive

    $250,000
  32. Hackensack Meridian HealthEdison, NJ

    To support an early career investigator in Aging research

    $250,000
  33. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterNew York, NY

    To support the Immuno-Oncology Fellowship program

    $250,000
  34. New York Genome CenterNew York, NY

    To support genomic research to cure disease

    $250,000
  35. Phoenix Children's HospitalPhoenix, AZ

    To support implementation of a system-wide Suicide Screening Initiative

    $250,000
  36. Scripps HealthSan Diego, CA

    To support capital campaign to expand Scripps Memorial Hospital-Encinitas

    $250,000
  37. Translational Genomics Research Institute FdnPhoenix, AZ

    To support pancreatic cancer research program

    $250,000
  38. University of the Incarnate WordSan Antonio, TX

    To provide equipment for the Health Professions Simulation Skills Center

    $250,000
  39. Houston Symphony SocietyHouston, TX

    To support Education and Community Engagement initiatives

    $225,000
  40. American Federation for Aging ResearchNew York, NY

    To support research in aging

    $225,000
  41. Asheville Art Museum AssociationAsheville, NC

    To support conservation, digitization and education programming

    $200,000
  42. Bronx Childrens MuseumBronx, NY

    To support the Expanding Assess Initiative to encourage learning

    $200,000
  43. Lincoln Center for the Performing ArtsNew York, NY

    To provide support for the 10 arts organization within the Lincoln Center Campus

    $200,000
  44. San Francisco Museum of Modern ArtSan Francisco, CA

    To support School, Teacher and Family initiatives in the arts

    $200,000
  45. The Minnesota OperaMinneapolis, MN

    To support opera education and community programs

    $200,000
  46. Utah Museum of Fine ArtsSalt Lake City, UT

    To support Learning and Engagement programs for art education

    $200,000
  47. College TrackOakland, CA

    To support general operations

    $200,000
  48. MOXI The Wolf Museum of Exploration InnovationSanta Barbara, CA

    To support School Programs

    $200,000
  49. Otis College of Art and DesignLos Angeles, CA

    To provide enhanced support services vital for student retention and success

    $200,000
  50. Rodale InstituteKutztown, PA

    To support farmer education programs on organic and regenerative farming

    $200,000
  51. The Edible Schoolyard ProjectBerkeley, CA

    To support the development of new programs and expansion of the affiliate network

    $200,000
  52. University of California DavisDavis, CA

    To provide scholarship support for Avenue program participants

    $200,000
  53. University of Montana MissoulaMissoula, MT

    To support Montana Media Lab Youth Voices program

    $200,000
  54. University of the PacificStockton, CA

    To provide scholarships for students in the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program

    $200,000
  55. BRIDGE HousingSan Francisco, CA

    To provide Mental Health First Aid Certification Training

    $200,000
  56. Martin Luther King Jr Community HospitalLos Angeles, CA

    To support the Community Healthcare Graduate Medical Education Program

    $200,000
  57. Massachusetts General Brigham HospitalBoston, MA

    To support CIH

    $200,000
  58. Venice Family ClinicVenice, CA

    To support the expansion of heath care and social services for patients

    $200,000
  59. Pacific Community VenturesOakland, CA

    To support the Business Advising Program

    $200,000
  60. United Way of Greater HoustonHouston, TX

    To support Navigator and Integrated Client Journey Services.

    $200,000
  61. Zero to Three Natl Ctr for Infants Toddlers & FamiliesWashinton, DC

    To support early childhood specialists through the HealthySteps program

    $175,000
  62. Rubicon ProgramsRichmond, CA

    To provide comprehensive reentry services to justice-involved individuals

    $175,000
  63. Whitney Museum of American ArtNew York, NY

    To support the Hearst internship

    $175,000
  64. Harmony ProjectLos Angeles, CA

    To provide general operating support

    $150,000
  65. Hubbard Street Dance ChicagoChicago, IL

    To provide general operating support

    $150,000
  66. Memphis Brooks Museum of ArtMemphis, TN

    To support the New Art Museum for Memphis capital campaign

    $150,000
  67. Museum of Jewish HeritageNew York, NY

    To support the expansion of Holocaust education programs

    $150,000
  68. Oregon Coast Aquarium IncNewport, OR

    To support a capital campaign for the Sees-Ha Xwee-Nish Marine Wildlife Rehab Center

    $150,000
  69. Roundabout Theatre CompanyNew York, NY

    To support arts education programs in public schools

    $150,000
  70. San Francisco Zoological SocietySan Francisco, CA

    To support the capital campaign for the Jaguar Jungle

    $150,000
  71. Staten Island MuseumStaten Island, NY

    To provide general operating support

    $150,000
  72. Woodland Park Zoological SocietySeattle, WA

    To support the Forest Trailhead exhibit

    $150,000
  73. Woodruff Arts CenterAtlanta, GA

    To support the Experience Atlanta, Experience Woodruff capital campaign

    $150,000
  74. Board of the University of AlabamaTuscaloosa, AL

    To provide scholarships under the Rural Medical Scholars program

    $150,000
  75. Braver Angels IncNew York, NY

    To support the College Debates and Discourse Alliance

    $150,000
  76. Literacy IncNew York, NY

    To provide general support for operations

    $150,000
  77. Reach Out and ReadBoston, MA

    To support the Building Connections Begins at Birth initiative

    $150,000
  78. University of Nebraska FoundationLincoln, NE

    To support rural students enrolled in health sciences

    $150,000
  79. University of Nevada Las VegasLas Vegas, NV

    To support the Empowering Schools Program to address youth mental health

    $150,000
  80. American Indian Health and Family of SE MI IncDetroit, MI

    To support a new healthcare facility

    $150,000
  81. Church Health Center of MemphisMemphis, TN

    To support expansion for Eye Care

    $150,000
  82. Damon Runyon Cancer Research FoundationNew York, NY

    To support the Clinical Investigator Award Program

    $150,000
  83. Eisner HealthLos Angeles, CA

    To support capital campaign for Plaza del Valle community health center

    $150,000
  84. Greenville Free Medical ClinicGreenville, SC

    To support the expansion of three rural satellite clinics

    $150,000
  85. Harbor House of Louisville IncLouisville, KY

    To support the creation of an Ingenerational Life Center for all ages and abilities

    $150,000
  86. Marc Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer FoundationUniondale, NY

    To support the Career Development Awards in pancreatic cancer research

    $150,000
  87. Newport Hospital FoundationNewport, RI

    To support the establishment of an inpatient adolescent behavioral health unit

    $150,000
  88. Nova Southeastern University IncFt Lauderdale, FL

    To support scholarships for undergraduate nursing students with financial need

    $150,000
  89. Operation SmileVirginia BCH, VA

    To support an Operation Smile Surgical Fellow and Nursing Fellow

    $150,000
  90. Remote Area MedicalRockford, TN

    To support general operations

    $150,000
  91. Simmons UniversityBoston, MA

    To provide scholarships to undergraduate nursing students

    $150,000
  92. Stanford MedicineRedwood City, CA

    To support research on metastatic prostate cancer

    $150,000
  93. Sundari Foundation IncMiami Beach, FL

    To support the development of the Childrens Village at Lotus House

    $150,000
  94. The Children's Place at Home SafeLake Worth, FL

    To support renovations for specialized therapeutic group care home for foster youth

    $150,000
  95. Avondale HouseHouston, TX

    To support the expansion of A Home to Call My Own initiative for individuals with autism

    $150,000
  96. CA Court Appointed Special Advocates AssocSan Diego, CA

    To support general operations

    $150,000
  97. Home Builders InstituteWashington, DC

    To support pre-apprenticeship training programs at BuildStrong Academies

    $150,000
  98. Tampa Bay Resiliency FundClearwater, FL

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $150,000
  99. The Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of NYNew York, NY

    To support Feeding Our Neighbors and eviction Prevention programs

    $150,000
  100. Workshops for WarriorsSan Diego, CA

    To provide training and employment services for transitioning military veterans

    $150,000
  101. University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill, NC

    JAP scholarship

    $150,000
  102. Harvard UniversityCambridge, MA

    USSYP scholarship

    $147,500
  103. National Aviary Pittsburgh IncPittsburgh, PA

    To support conservation education programs for K-12 students and teachers

    $125,000
  104. National Dance InstituteNew York, NY

    To support arts education programs

    $125,000
  105. School of the Arts FoundationWest Palm BCH, FL

    To support the Adjunct Artists Program

    $125,000
  106. Auburn University FoundationAuburn, AL

    To support the Alabama Prison Arts Education Project

    $125,000
  107. Businesses United in Investing Lending and DevelopmentRedwood City, CA

    To support general operations

    $125,000
  108. Georgia State University Foundation IncAtlanta, GA

    To provide support for undergraduate students in STEM fields

    $125,000
  109. Guadalupe CenterImmokalee, FL

    To support the Early Childhood Education program

    $125,000
  110. Merrimack CollegeNorth Andover, MA

    To support the Pioneer Scholars program

    $125,000
  111. Providence Public LibraryProvidence, RI

    To support the Technology Careers Pathways program

    $125,000
  112. Saint Mary's CollegeNotre Dame, IN

    To provide scholarships for first generation students

    $125,000
  113. Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders AssocChicago, IL

    To support the early career research program for young scientists

    $125,000
  114. CaringKindNew York, NY

    To support dementia education

    $125,000
  115. Interfaith DentalNashville, TN

    To support general operations

    $125,000
  116. Primary Care Development CorporationNew York, NY

    To provide financial management training for healthcare professionals

    $125,000
  117. Family Nurturing Center of MADorchester, MA

    To support general operations

    $125,000
  118. Feeding America Tampa BayTampa, FL

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $125,000
  119. Grameen AmericaNew York, NY

    To support microfinance programs for women

    $125,000
  120. Kanbe's MarketsKansas City, MO

    To support expansion of food access though Healthy Corners Stores program

    $125,000
  121. The Burke Rehabilitation HospitalWhite Plains, NY

    To provide smart beds to enhance patient safety and health

    $120,000
  122. Charlotte Symphony Orchestra Society IncCharlotte, NC

    To support music education and outreach programs

    $100,000
  123. Latino Theater CompanyLos Angeles, CA

    To provide arts education and outreach programs for youth

    $100,000
  124. Missoula Children's TheatreMissoula, MT

    To provide participatory theater experiences for youth

    $100,000
  125. National Museum of Wildlife ArtJackson Hole, WY

    To support the Art for All education and outreach programs

    $100,000
  126. Portland Center StagePortland, OR

    To support youth theater education programs

    $100,000
  127. Poynter Institute for Media StudiesSt Petersburg, FL

    To support the Poynter Public Editor Project

    $100,000
  128. Apex for YouthNew York, NY

    To support mentoring programs for Asian American youth

    $100,000
  129. Chinese American Planning CouncilNew York, NY

    To support Project Gateway college access and success programs

    $100,000
  130. CodePathorgSan Francisco, CA

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  131. Cristo Rey New York High SchoolNew York, NY

    To support the College Readiness, Access and Success academic programs

    $100,000
  132. iMentor IncorporatedNew York, NY

    To support the one on one mentoring programs

    $100,000
  133. Institute of International Education IncNew York, NY

    To support the IIE Odyssey Coomunity College Grants program

    $100,000
  134. KidWorksSanta Ana, CA

    To provide college access, readiness and success programs

    $100,000
  135. Mount Tamalpais CollegeSan Rafael, CA

    To provide general support for operations

    $100,000
  136. Practical Farmers of IowaAmes, IA

    To support farmer led education programs

    $100,000
  137. Student Leadership NetworkNew York, NY

    To support the CollegeBound Initiative and Alumni programs

    $100,000
  138. Union County College FoundationCranford, NJ

    To provide scholarship support for students in the American Honors program

    $100,000
  139. University of Puget SoundTacoma, WA

    To support scholarships for undergraduate students

    $100,000
  140. Upwardly GlobalNew York, NY

    To support employment pathways in healthcare

    $100,000
  141. Center for Developmental ServicesGreenville, SC

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  142. Community Foundation of GreenvilleGreenville, SC

    To support the McClaren Institute for Health and Quality of life nursing simulation laboratory

    $100,000
  143. Crisis Text LineNew York, NY

    To support Student Learning Practicum program

    $100,000
  144. Erie Family Health CenterChicago, IL

    To expand access to behavioral health and psychiatric care

    $100,000
  145. Gundersen Lutheran Medical FoundationLa Crosse, WI

    To support the expansion of the Mobile Medical program

    $100,000
  146. Home Centered Care InstituteSchaumburg, IL

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  147. Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the USWinston Salem, NC

    To support Early Career Development Research Program

    $100,000
  148. Project HOMEPhiladelphia, PA

    To support integrated healthcare for low-income and homeless patients

    $100,000
  149. Saint Anthony Hospital FoundationChicago, IL

    To support the Community Health Worker Program

    $100,000
  150. The Headstrong ProjectFlushing, NY

    To provide mental health care for service members, veterans and their families

    $100,000
  151. Bridge Over Troubled WatersBoston, MA

    To support independent, affordable housing program for formerly homeless youth

    $100,000
  152. Bright BeginningsWashington, DC

    To support programs and services for children experiencing housing instability

    $100,000
  153. Community Foundation of GreenvilleGreenville, SC

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $100,000
  154. Community Foundation of Western NCAsheville, NC

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $100,000
  155. Crossroads Rhode IslandProvidence, RI

    To build an integrated health and housing facility for the medically vulnerable homeless

    $100,000
  156. Delivering GoodNew York, NY

    To support distribution of new clothing and low cost goods to low income residents

    $100,000
  157. Delivering GoodNew York, NY

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $100,000
  158. Digital NESTWatsonville, CA

    To support youth from rural areas to explore career pathways in tech-focused careers

    $100,000
  159. Downtown Women's CenterLos Angeles, CA

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  160. Family Legal CareNew York, NY

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  161. Food Pantries of the Capital DistrictAlbany, NY

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  162. Grace Institute of New YorkNew York, NY

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  163. Gulf Coast Housing PartnershipKenner, LA

    To support the expansion of the Health Housing initiative

    $100,000
  164. Helpmate IncAsheville, NC

    To provide expanded shelter for survivors of domestic violence

    $100,000
  165. Hispanic Interest Coalition of AlabamaBirmingham, AL

    To support education, workforce and domestic violence assistance programs

    $100,000
  166. Hour ChildrenLong Island City, NY

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  167. Manna FoodbankAsheville, NC

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $100,000
  168. National Boy Scouts of America FdnIrving, TX

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  169. RocaChelsea, MA

    To support renovations at Rocas youth flagship facility

    $100,000
  170. Safe HarborGreenville, SC

    To build an expanded domestic violence shelter

    $100,000
  171. Samaritans PurseBoone, NC

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $100,000
  172. South Asian Youth ActionElmhurst, NY

    To provide general operating support

    $100,000
  173. St Bernard ProjectNew Orleans, LA

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $100,000
  174. The Brotherhood Sister SolNew York, NY

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  175. United MinistriesGreenville, SC

    To provide general operating support

    $100,000
  176. Women in Need (WIN)New York, NY

    To support the Income Building Program for homeless mothers in Staten Island

    $100,000
  177. Yale UniversityNew Haven, CT

    USSYP scholarship

    $93,500
  178. Community Fdn for the Central Savannah River AreaAugusta, GA

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $75,000
  179. Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NCWinston Salem, NC

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $75,000
  180. United MinistriesGreenville, SC

    To provide Emergency Hurricane Helene Aid

    $75,000
  181. Syracuse UniversitySyracuse, NY

    JAP scholarship

    $56,000
  182. University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia, PA

    USSYP scholarship

    $52,500
  183. Stanford UniversityStanford, CA

    USSYP scholarship

    $49,750
  184. Western Kentucky UniversityBowling Green, KY

    JAP scholarship

    $44,000
  185. Georgetown UniversityWashington, DC

    USSYP scholarship

    $42,500
  186. Columbia UniversityNew York, NY

    USSYP scholarship

    $40,000
  187. University of VirginiaCharlottesvle, VA

    USSYP scholarship

    $37,500
  188. Dartmouth CollegeHanover, NH

    USSYP scholarship

    $35,000
  189. Brown UniversityProvidence, RI

    USSYP scholarship

    $34,150
  190. Arizona State UniversityPhoenix, AZ

    JAP scholarship

    $32,000
  191. University of MissouriColumbia, MO

    JAP scholarship

    $29,500
  192. Duke UniversityDurham, NC

    USSYP scholarship

    $25,000
  193. University of FloridaGainesville, FL

    JAP scholarship

    $25,000
  194. University of IowaIowa City, IA

    JAP scholarship

    $23,500
  195. Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge, MA

    USSYP scholarship

    $20,000
  196. US Air Force AcademyColorado Springs, CO

    USSYP scholarship

    $20,000
  197. University of California BerkeleyBerkeley, CA

    USSYP scholarship

    $15,000
  198. Univesity of MichiganAnn Arbor, MI

    USSYP scholarship

    $15,000
  199. Williams CollegeWilliamstown, MA

    USSYP scholarship

    $15,000
  200. George Washington UniversityWashington, DC

    USSYP scholarship

    $12,500
  201. South Dakota UniversityVermillion, SD

    USSYP scholarship

    $12,500
  202. University of FloridaGainesville, FL

    USSYP scholarship

    $12,500
  203. University of North CarolinaChapel Hill, NC

    USSYP scholarship

    $12,500
  204. Boston UniversityBoston, MA

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  205. Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  206. Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore, MD

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  207. Marshall UniversityHuntington, WV

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  208. Middlebury CollegeMiddlebury, VT

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  209. University of CA Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  210. University of North DakotaGrand Forks, ND

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  211. West Virginia UniversityMorgantown, WV

    USSYP scholarship

    $10,000
  212. Indiana UniversityBloomington, IN

    JAP scholarship

    $10,000
  213. Davidson CollegeDavidson, NC

    USSYP scholarship

    $9,000
  214. Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI

    JAP scholarship

    $9,000
  215. Boston CollegeChestnut Hill, MA

    USSYP scholarship

    $7,500
  216. University of GeorgiaAthens, GA

    USSYP scholarship

    $7,500
  217. Drake UniversityDes Moines, IA

    JAP scholarship

    $7,500
  218. Ohio UniversityAthens, OH

    JAP scholarship

    $7,000
  219. Hampton UniversityHampton, VA

    JAP scholarship

    $6,000
  220. Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity Park, PA

    JAP scholarship

    $5,500
  221. University of OregonEugene, OR

    JAP scholarship

    $5,500
  222. Barnard CollegeNew York, NY

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  223. College of the Holy CrossWorcester, MA

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  224. Howard UniversityWashington, DC

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  225. Idaho State UniversityPocatello, ID

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  226. Indiana UniversityBloomington, IN

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  227. La Moyne CollegeSyracuse, NY

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  228. Northwestern UniversityEvanston, IL

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  229. Princeton UniversityPrinceton, NJ

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  230. University of KansasLawrence, KS

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  231. University of Maine at OronoOrono, ME

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  232. University of MinnesotaMinneapolis, MN

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  233. University of Texas at AustinAustin, TX

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  234. University of TulsaTulsa, OK

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  235. University of WyomingLaramie, WY

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  236. Washington University MOSt Louis, MO

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  237. Wichita State UniversityWichita, KS

    USSYP scholarship

    $5,000
  238. San Francisco State UniversitySan Francisco, CA

    JAP scholarship

    $4,500
  239. University of MontanaMissoula, MT

    JAP scholarship

    $4,500
  240. University of MarylandCollege Park, MD

    JAP scholarship

    $4,000
  241. Cornell UniversityIthaca, NY

    USSYP scholarship

    $3,750
  242. Allegheny CollegeMeadville, PA

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  243. Black Hills State UniversitySpearfish, SD

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  244. Marquette UniversityMilwaukee, WI

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  245. Oklahoma State UniversityStillwater, OK

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  246. Pomona UniversityClaremont, CA

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  247. Roger Williams UniversityBristol, RI

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  248. Saint Catherine UniversitySt Paul, MN

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  249. University of DenverDenver, CO

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500
  250. University of Illnois - UrbanaUrbana, IL

    USSYP scholarship

    $2,500

Approved for future payment

11 grants

Approved in 2024 and not yet paid.

  1. Alamo TrustWest Palm Beach, FL

    To support a capital campaign for the Vistors Center and 4D Theater Lobby

    $1,500,000
  2. Harvard UniversityCambridge, MA

    To support undergraduate financial aid through the Phobe Apperson Hearst Scholarship

    $1,500,000
  3. Yale UniversityNew Haven, CT

    To support RULER for recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing regulating emotions

    $650,000
  4. The Julliard SchoolLos Angeles, CA

    To provide scholarships in the performing arts

    $500,000
  5. New York Genome CenterNew York, NY

    To support genomic research to cure disease

    $500,000
  6. Covenant HouseNew York, NY

    To support Anti-Human trafficking program

    $500,000
  7. New York Botanical GardenBronx, NY

    To support educational programs

    $375,000
  8. Weill Medical College of Cornell UniversityNew York, NY

    To support the creation of the Center for the Study and Support of Caregivers

    $300,000
  9. Beacon EducationWilmington, NC

    To support girls leadership programs at GLOWS Academy

    $250,000
  10. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterNew York, NY

    To support the Immuno-Oncology Fellowship program

    $250,000
  11. American Federation for Aging ResearchNew York, NY

    To support research in aging

    $225,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Education62 grants $5,853,50024% of the total
  2. Arts and culture21 grants $5,525,00022% of the total
  3. Health18 grants $4,782,50019% of the total
  4. Human services17 grants $2,275,0009% of the total
  5. Community development7 grants $934,1504% of the total
  6. Jobs and employment5 grants $800,0003% of the total
  7. 14 other causes34 grants $4,642,50019% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. New York56 grants $11,706,750
  2. California37 grants $6,306,750
  3. Florida11 grants $2,112,500
  4. Texas9 grants $2,030,000
  5. Massachusetts14 grants $1,655,000
  6. North Carolina14 grants $1,323,500
  7. Tennessee6 grants $827,500
  8. South Carolina8 grants $727,500
  9. Rhode Island6 grants $661,650
  10. Georgia5 grants $657,500

Officers, directors and trustees

20 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • William R Hearst IIIPresident Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Virginia H RandtVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Frank J Bennack JrVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • John G ConomikesVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • David J BarrettVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Anissa B BalsonVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Gilbert C MaurerDeceased 2025Vice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Mark F MillerVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • James M AsherVP Secretary Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Catherine A BostronAssistant Secretary Hours 0Pay $0
  • Eve B BurtonAssistant Secretary Hours 0Pay $0
  • Carlton J CharlesAssistant Treasurer Hours 0Pay $0
  • Lisa H HagermanVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • George R Hearst IIIVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Steven R SwartzVice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Mitchell I ScherzerVice President Assist. Treas. Hours 0Pay $0
  • Roger P PaschkeAssistant Treasurer CIO Hours 0Pay $0
  • Karen AlsupDeputy Inv. Officer Hours 0Pay $0
  • Mary FisherTreasurer Controller Hours 27Pay $140,910
  • Donna Kalajian LaganiVP Eastern Dirrector Hours 27Pay $318,523

The return

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