How to apply
In Writing Contact: Lynn V Hildenbrand, 2 Wheelwright Way, Smithtown, Ny, 6319798870 Deadlines: None Restrictions: Must be a 501(c)(3) Charity
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
12 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnels to Towers FoundationPhiladelphia, PA | Unrestricted | $100K |
| The Salvation ArmyNew York, NY | Unrestricted | $100K |
| American Red CrossNew York, NY | Unrestricted | $100K |
| St Judes Childrens Research HospitaMemphis, TN | Unrestricted | $80K |
| Samaritan's PurseBoone, NC | Unrestricted | $75K |
| Fisher House Foundation IncBaltimore, MD | Unrestricted | $40K |
| Guide Dog FoundationSmithtown, NY | Unrestricted | $25K |
| Operation HomefrontTopeka, KS | Unrestricted | $25K |
| Lustgarten FoundationUniondale, NY | Unrestricted | $25K |
| CastSouthold, NY | Unrestricted | $25K |
| Friends of Asha USACambridge, MA | Unrestricted | $25K |
| Coalition for the Homeless CharitabNew York, NY | Unrestricted | $15K |
By state: New York 6 · Pennsylvania 1 · Tennessee 1 · North Carolina 1 · Maryland 1 · Kansas 1
About this foundation
Hildenbrand Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Smithtown, New York, administered in care of Wilton J Hildenbrand Jr, tax-exempt since 2011. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Hildenbrand Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 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 Hildenbrand Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $635K across 12 grants, a median of $33K.
Where does Hildenbrand Family Foundation give?
New York (6 grants), Pennsylvania (1 grants), Tennessee (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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