Hynd Blind Fund of the James Hynd Trust
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 84-6022973 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$370K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$35,000
Total assets$7.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sister Carmen Community Center | Lafayette, CO | General | $60,000 |
| Outreach United Resources Center | Longmont, CO | General | $55,000 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Assoc | Boulder, CO | General | $50,000 |
| Via Mobility Services | Boulder, CO | General | $45,000 |
| Center for People With Disabilities | Boulder, CO | General | $40,000 |
| A Shared Vision | Westminster, CO | General | $35,000 |
| Audio Information Network of Colorado | Boulder, CO | General | $25,000 |
| Anchor Center for Blind Children | Denver, CO | General | $25,000 |
| City of Boulder | Boulder, CO | Optical assistance for | $20,000 |
| Boulder Valley School District | Boulder, CO | General | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $370,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $706,606 | 9 |
| 2022 | $308,235 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503099349100020
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-6022973
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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