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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 13-6161746

The Hearst Foundation

A private foundation in New York, NY. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 111 grants and $17 million paid in grants.

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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 W 57th St
New York, NY 10019
support.nyhearstfdn.org
Form and materials
Applications are available on the Fdns website Hearstfdn.org
Deadlines
See the Fdns website Hearstfdn.org
Restrictions
See the Fdns 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

    $16,975,000

    Grants listed
    111
    Assets, end of year
    $430,327,798

  • Tax year 2023

    $17,550,000

    Grants listed
    121
    Assets, end of year
    $394,053,165

  • Tax year 2022

    $18,980,000

    Grants listed
    151
    Assets, end of year
    $343,830,760

  • Tax year 2021

    $16,210,000

    Grants listed
    142
    Assets, end of year
    $439,249,947

  • Tax year 2020

    $32,075,000

    Grants listed
    205
    Assets, end of year
    $400,481,501

Grants paid in 2024

111 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Children's Museum of ManhattanNew York, NY

    To support the restoration renovation of a landmark bldg to become the museums new home

    $500,000
  2. Save the Children FederationFairfield, CT

    To provide support for Early learning in Rural Areas

    $500,000
  3. New MuseumNew York, NY

    To provide support for the capital expansion of the museum and service capacity

    $350,000
  4. Center for Disability Services IncAlbany, NY

    To support the Center Health Care clinic for patients with intellectual and development disabilities

    $300,000
  5. National Park FoundationWashington, DC

    To support environmental education programs

    $250,000
  6. Crohns & Colitis FoundationNew York, NY

    To support early career researchers in inflammatory bowel disease

    $250,000
  7. The Carnegie Hall CorporationNew York, NY

    To support music education

    $250,000
  8. NY Pubic LibraryNew York, NY

    To support the new Center for Educators Schools

    $250,000
  9. Hunter College FoundationNew York, NY

    To support the Nursing Program

    $250,000
  10. New World SymphonyMiami Beach, FL

    To support the New World Symphony Fellowship Program

    $200,000
  11. New York City CenterNew York, NY

    To support arts education and community engagement programs

    $200,000
  12. New York Foundation for the Arts IncNew York, NY

    To support general operations

    $200,000
  13. Oklahoma State UniversityStillwater, OK

    To support the Bachelor of Science Nursing program

    $200,000
  14. School of the Art Institute of ChicagoChicago, IL

    To support the College Arts Access Program for high school students

    $200,000
  15. University of HoustonHouston, TX

    To support the College of Educations Reimagining Education capital campaign

    $200,000
  16. University of Missouri ColumbiaColumbia, MO

    To support the creation of a multiplatform One Newsroom in the School of Journalism

    $200,000
  17. Shasta Cascade Health CentersMount Shasta, CA

    To provide general operating support

    $200,000
  18. University Hospitals Health SystemCleveland, OH

    To support the creation of a new Diabetes and Metabolic Care Center

    $200,000
  19. White Plains Hospital Medical CenterWhite Plains, NY

    To support the Patient Navigation Program for Cancer Treatment

    $200,000
  20. Exceptional MindsSherman Oaks, CA

    To support general operations

    $200,000
  21. Family GatewayDallas, TX

    To support the Shelter and Overflow Hotel program for families with children facing homelessness

    $200,000
  22. Harvesters - The Community Food NetworkKansas City, MO

    To support general operations

    $200,000
  23. Haven for Hope of Bexar CountySan Antonio, TX

    To support general operations

    $200,000
  24. Kitchens for GoodSan Diego, CA

    To support general operations

    $200,000
  25. Saint Louis Symphony OrchestraSaint Louis, MO

    To support education programs

    $175,000
  26. Baylor Scott & White HealthcareTemple, TX

    To support a capital campaign for the renovation of the Medical Education Center

    $175,000
  27. Covenant House New OrleansNew Orleans, LA

    To provide homeless youth with wraparound services to assist in transition to independent living

    $175,000
  28. Arts MidwestMinneapolis, MN

    To support training, education programming and free online resources for artists art leaders

    $150,000
  29. Autry Museum of the American WestLos Angeles, CA

    To support expansion of the Autry After Hours program

    $150,000
  30. Kauffman Center for the Performing ArtsKansas City, MO

    To support community arts through the Open Door program

    $150,000
  31. Kaufman Music CenterNew York, NY

    To support free and low cost arts education programs

    $150,000
  32. Liberty Science CenterJersey City, NJ

    To expand the STEM education program for high school students

    $150,000
  33. Omaha Performing ArtsOmaha, NE

    To support education and community engagement programs

    $150,000
  34. San Jose Museum of ArtSan Jose, CA

    To support free arts education programs

    $150,000
  35. The Huntington Lib Art Museum & Botanical GardensSan Marino, CA

    To support education programs

    $150,000
  36. The Trust for the National MallWashington, DC

    To support the Education Exhibit in the new Lincoln Memorial Undercroft

    $150,000
  37. Artspace Projects IncMinneapolis, MN

    To support Pathways to support Native American arts and cultural organizations

    $150,000
  38. Cristo Rey NetworkChicago, IL

    To support professional development programs to retain the academic leaders and teaching faculty

    $150,000
  39. Facing History & Ourselves IncBoston, MA

    To support the Next generation Civics Initiative

    $150,000
  40. Kansas City Repertory TheatreKansas City, MO

    To support arts education and community engagement programs

    $150,000
  41. The Trust for Public LandSan Francisco, CA

    To support the Community Schoolyards Initiative

    $150,000
  42. University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation IncBaltimore, MD

    To support the School Mental Health Program

    $150,000
  43. Villanova UniversityVillanova, PA

    To support the Center for Engineering Education and Research expansion

    $150,000
  44. Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin Foundation IncMilwaukee, WI

    To support integration of mental and behavioral health services into primary and urgent care clinics

    $150,000
  45. Community ServingsJamaica Plain, MA

    To support Food is Medicine medically tailored meals

    $150,000
  46. Fountain HouseNew York, NY

    To support individuals living with Serious Mental Illness

    $150,000
  47. Lutheran Family ServicesOmaha, NE

    To support behavioral health services for adults and children

    $150,000
  48. MedStar-Georgetown Medical CenterColumbia, MD

    To support the Perinatal Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program

    $150,000
  49. The Institute for Family HealthNew York, NY

    To support Fellowships in Addition Medicine

    $150,000
  50. University of Louisville Foundation IncLouisville, KY

    To provide scholarships in Nursing

    $150,000
  51. University of Maryland Medical System FdnBaltimore, MD

    To support the Professionals Ready for Opportunities in Healthcare Services program

    $150,000
  52. Youth VillagesBartlett, TN

    To support the LifeSet program for youth transitioning out of foster care

    $150,000
  53. Accion Opportunity FundSan Jose, CA

    To support general operations

    $150,000
  54. Food Bank of Northern NevadaSparks, NV

    To support general operations

    $150,000
  55. Lenox Hill Neighborhood HouseNew York, NY

    To provide mental health services for older adults

    $150,000
  56. My Sister's PlaceWhite Plains, NY

    To expand mental health services for survivors of domestic violence

    $150,000
  57. Pine Street InnBoston, MA

    To support expansion of Supportive Housing program

    $150,000
  58. Sacramento Food Bank & Family ServicesSacramento, CA

    To support the purchase of food for the Food Bank and Family Services program

    $150,000
  59. San Antonio SportsSan Antonio, TX

    To support expansion of i play afterschool program

    $150,000
  60. Brooklyn MuseumBrooklyn, NY

    To support general operations

    $150,000
  61. American Composers OrchestraNew York, NY

    To support EarShot professional development programs for early career composers

    $125,000
  62. Ford's Theatre SocietyWashington, DC

    To support the expansion of history and education programs

    $125,000
  63. Prospect Park AllianceBrooklyn, NY

    To support capital improvements through its New Initiative program

    $125,000
  64. The National WWII MuseumNew Orleans, LA

    To support the teaching and learning programs for understanding the most impactful war in history

    $125,000
  65. Cleveland Institute of ArtCleveland, OH

    To provide scholarships for first generation and other students

    $125,000
  66. Educacion para Nuestro Futuro Founded by Escuela BoliviaArllngton, VA

    To support Emerging Leaders program

    $125,000
  67. Hudson Link for Higher Education in PrisonOssining, NY

    To provide general operating support

    $125,000
  68. Lehigh UniversityBethlehem, PA

    To provide scholarship support for first generation students with financial needs

    $125,000
  69. Pratt InstituteBrooklyn, NY

    To support Pratts Center for Art, Design, and Community Engagement and Precollege scholarships

    $125,000
  70. University of Cincinnati FoundationCincinnati, OH

    To provide scholarships for first generation students

    $125,000
  71. Way to GrowMinneapolis, MN

    To support the home visiting model, Great by Eight

    $125,000
  72. Appalachian Mountain Community Health CenterAsheville, NC

    To expand free and low cost dental care for indigent patients

    $125,000
  73. Community Hospital of the Monterey PeninsulaMonterey, CA

    To support the expansion of the Clinical Advancement Program for nurses

    $125,000
  74. Hetrick-Martin Institute IncNew York, NY

    To provide mental health services

    $125,000
  75. Medical University Hospital AuthorityCharleston, SC

    To provide nursing scholarships

    $125,000
  76. Mercy Medical AngelsNorfolk, VA

    To provide emergency medical transportation

    $125,000
  77. University of Chicago MedicineChicago, IL

    To support Pediatric Mobile Medical Unit

    $125,000
  78. After-School All-StarsLos Angeles, CA

    To support after-school time educational programs

    $125,000
  79. Center for HopeBaltimore, MD

    To provide crisis response violence intervention services for children victims of domestic abuse

    $125,000
  80. Exalt YouthNew York, NY

    To support general operations

    $125,000
  81. Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New YorkLatham, NY

    To support the construction of a distribution center for the Food Bank

    $125,000
  82. Black Ensemble Theater CorporationChicago, IL

    To support Educational Outreach programs

    $100,000
  83. Cincinnati BalletCincinnati, OH

    To support dance education programs

    $100,000
  84. Community Music Center of BostonBoston, MA

    To support the acquisition and renovation of a permanent home

    $100,000
  85. Girls Write Now IncNew York, NY

    To support the Girls Write Now Collaboratory

    $100,000
  86. Harlem Stage IncNew York, NY

    To support the WaterWorks program for the development and presentation of artists

    $100,000
  87. Herbie Hancock Institute of JazzWashington, DC

    To support the National Performing Arts High School Jazz program

    $100,000
  88. Philadelphia Orchestra AssociationPhiladelphia, PA

    To support arts education programs

    $100,000
  89. Shakespeare & CompanyLenox, MA

    To support the Fall Festival of Shakespeare

    $100,000
  90. Spy HopSalt Lake City, UT

    To support Digital Media Arts programming for young people

    $100,000
  91. St Louis Shakespeare FestivalSt Louis, MO

    To support community-centered programs and regional outreach

    $100,000
  92. Step Afrika USA IncorporatedWashington, DC

    To support the Stepping into Schools education program

    $100,000
  93. Youth SpeaksSan Francisco, CA

    To support the Creative Youth Development and Arts in Education Program

    $100,000
  94. After School MattersChicago, IL

    To support a new youth center for teens

    $100,000
  95. Conservation Corps North BayNovato, CA

    To support career pathway training program in Land Management

    $100,000
  96. NJ LeepNewark, NJ

    To support College Bound program

    $100,000
  97. The ConversationWaltham, MA

    To train weather researchers to engage with lay audiences

    $100,000
  98. Warrior-Scholar ProjectAlexandria, VA

    To provide college preparation programs to service members and veterans

    $100,000
  99. Faith Family Medical CenterNashville, TN

    To provide general operating support

    $100,000
  100. Metavivor Research and SupportMiddleton, WI

    To support research for metastatic breast cancer

    $100,000
  101. National Organization on DisabilityWashington, DC

    To support programs creating employment for people with disabilities

    $100,000
  102. Asian American Civic AssociationBoston, MA

    To support Adult Education/Workforce Development programs

    $100,000
  103. Back on My FeetPhiladelphia, PA

    To support expansion of walking and running programs to combat homelessness

    $100,000
  104. Climb WyomingCheyenne, WY

    To support job training programs

    $100,000
  105. East Oakland Youth Development CenterOakland, CA

    To support Project JOY to provide job opportunities for youth

    $100,000
  106. First Step Staffing IncAtlanta, GA

    To support employment and retention services

    $100,000
  107. Getting Out and Staying OutNew York, NY

    To support general operations

    $100,000
  108. Spectrum Youth & Family ServicesBurlington, VT

    To support Drop-In Center for homeless and at risk youth

    $100,000
  109. The Food Basket IncHilo, HI

    To support Emergency Food program

    $100,000
  110. The Greater Boston Food BankBoston, MA

    To support produce purchasing for the Food Bank

    $100,000
  111. The Atlanta Music Project IncAtlanta, GA

    To support general operations

    $75,000

Approved for future payment

3 grants

Approved in 2024 and not yet paid.

  1. Save the ChildrenFairfield, CT

    To support Early Learning in Rural America

    $1,000,000
  2. Children's Museum of ManhattanNew York, NY

    To support the restoration renovation of a landmark bldg to become the museums new home

    $1,000,000
  3. New MuseumNew York, NY

    To provide support for the capital expansion of the museum and service capacity

    $650,000

Where the money goes

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

  1. Arts and culture25 grants $3,900,00033% of the total
  2. Education14 grants $1,925,00016% of the total
  3. Health10 grants $1,525,00013% of the total
  4. Human services10 grants $1,425,00012% of the total
  5. International aid1 grant $500,0004% of the total
  6. Food and agriculture3 grants $450,0004% of the total
  7. 10 other causes15 grants $2,050,00017% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. New York28 grants $5,075,000
  2. California13 grants $1,900,000
  3. District of Columbia7 grants $975,000
  4. Missouri6 grants $975,000
  5. Massachusetts8 grants $950,000
  6. Texas5 grants $925,000
  7. Illinois5 grants $675,000
  8. Ohio4 grants $550,000
  9. Maryland4 grants $525,000
  10. Connecticut1 grant $500,000

Officers, directors and trustees

20 people as filed

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

  • Virginia H RandtPresident Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • William R Hearst IIIVice 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
  • 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
  • Gilbert C MaurerDeceased 2025Vice President Director Hours 0Pay $0
  • Roger P PaschkeAssistant Treasurer CIO Hours 0Pay $0
  • Karen AlsupDeputy Inv. Officer Hours 0Pay $0
  • Donna Kalajian LaganiVP Eastern Director Hours 13Pay $146,189
  • Mary FisherTreasurer Controller Hours 13Pay $64,672

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