The Hilgos Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 36-4278587 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$13K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$210
Total assets$75K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $103 and $1,032.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
92% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alzheimers Association | Washington, DC | General charitable contribution | $4,500 |
| School of the Art Institute | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Arts & Minds | Marlborough, MA | General charitable contribution | $1,180 |
| Tradeoffs | Philadelphia, PA | General charitable contribution | $1,032 |
| Metropolitan Museum | New York, NY | General charitable contribution | $420 |
| Les Turner ALS | Skokie, IL | General charitable contribution | $259 |
| Phillip's Collection | Washington, DC | General charitable contribution | $250 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $210 |
| Us Against Alzheimers | Washington, DC | General charitable contribution | $204 |
| Filmakers Institute | Orlando, FL | General charitable contribution | $150 |
| Institute for Therapy through the Arts | Evanston, IL | General charitable contribution | $103 |
| Matthew Ornstein Foundation | Washington, DC | General charitable contribution | $100 |
| Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC | General charitable contribution | $75 |
| Joan Dancy and Pals | Red Bank, NJ | General charitable contribution | $50 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,533 | 14 |
| 2024 | $12,971 | 17 |
| 2023 | $9,745 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601739349100425
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4278587
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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