Private foundation · EIN 27-1393341 · Boise, Idaho · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Hop & Mae Adams Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 7 grants paid, $579K total, median $62K. 43% of grants stayed in Idaho.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
7
$579K
Median grant
$62K
Stays in ID
43%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$49M

Grants paid in 2024

7 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Adams Northgate IncBoise, IDCombat community deterioration in Carson City, Nevada.$226K
Adams Hub IncBoise, IDDonation of rent payments to maintain an entrepeneurial support center in Carson City, Nevada.$161K
Greenhouse ProjectCarson City, NVFlower Basket Project.$76K
Xquisite LLCCarson City, IDHelp and assistance of abused women.$62K
St Teresa of Avila Catholic SchoolCarson City, NVYouth education.$25K
Carson City Chamber of CommerceCarson City, NVLeadership project.$15K
Boys and Girls Club of Western NevadaCarson City, NVDisadvantaged youth.$15K

By state: Idaho 3 · Nevada 4

About this foundation

Hop & Mae Adams Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Boise, Idaho, administered in care of Edward D Ahrens, tax-exempt since 2010. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Hop & Mae Adams Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Hop & Mae Adams Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $579K across 7 grants, a median of $62K.

Where does Hop & Mae Adams Foundation give?

Idaho (3 grants), Nevada (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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