Private foundation · EIN 81-6992573 · Lincoln, Rhode Island · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation

Should you approach them?

Yes, approach them if you're in Rhode Island. The foundation accepts applications (Rolling) and its median grant is $16K.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 18 grants paid, $757K total, median $16K. 100% of grants stayed in Rhode Island. Stated restrictions: EDUCATION Goal: Strengthen public and private education by supporting projects specifically designed to enhance student centric educational programming access and facilities.

Accepts applications
Yes
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
18
$757K
Median grant
$16K
Stays in RI
100%
of grants
Deadline
Rolling
Assets
$20M

How to apply

https: www.haydenfoundation-ri.org submit-a-letter-of-inquiry Contact: Hayden Foundation, 926 Park Avenue, Cranston, Ri, 8333429336 Deadlines: Rolling Restrictions: EDUCATION Goal: Strengthen public and private education by supporting projects specifically designed to enhance student centric educational programming access and facilities. Geographic Area: Rhode Island Strategy: Partner with organizations such as schools and charitable civic organizations that support initiatives designed to enhance educational outcomes and opportunities. ANIMAL WELFARE Goal: Promote the rescue care rehabilitation re-home and support services designed to inspire a community that celebrates and nurtures the animal-human bond. Geographic Area: Rhode Island Strategy: Partner…

Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
University of Rhode Island Foundation and Alumni EngagementKingston, RIStudent Success Scholarship Program$250K
Roger Williams UniversityBristol, RISupport education initiatives$250K
Community Prepatory SchoolProvidence, RISupport education initiatives$25K
Friends of Scituate Animal ShelterClayville, RISupport animal care initiatives$25K
Providence Animal Care and Control CenterProvidence, RISupport animal care initiatives$25K
Paws WatchJohnston, RISupport animal care initiatives$25K
Scruffy Paws Animal RescueWarwick, RISupport animal care initiatives$25K
San Miguel Education CenterProvidence, RISupport education initiatives$20K
Pet Refuge North Kingstown Exeter Animal ProtectionNorth Kingstown, RISupport animal care initiatives$17K
West Place Animal SanctuaryTiverton, RISupport animal care initiatives$15K
Rhode Island SPCARiverside, RISupport animal care initiatives$15K
Stand Up for Animal IncWesterly, RISupport animal care initiatives$15K
Saint Teresa SchoolPawtucket, RISupport education initiatives$10K
Providence PromiseProvidence, RISupport education initiatives$10K
Friends North Smithfield Animal ShelterNorth Smithfield, RISupport animal care initiatives$10K
Scituate School DepartmentNorth Scituate, RISupport of education initiatives$10K
Rhode Island Lions Sight FoundationSmithfield, RISupport charitable efforts of foundation.$7,000
Rivma Companion Animal FoundationProvidence, RISupport animal care initiatives$5,000

About this foundation

Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Lincoln, Rhode Island, administered in care of Donald P Hayden, tax-exempt since 2021. 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 Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation accept grant applications?

Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. https: www.haydenfoundation-ri.org submit-a-letter-of-inquiry Deadlines: Rolling.

How much does Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $757K across 18 grants, a median of $16K.

Where does Donald P and Elaine M Hayden Foundation give?

Rhode Island (18 grants), per its latest filing.

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