East Hill Foundation
East Hill Foundation is a private, independent foundation established in 1986 and headquartered in North Tonawanda, New York. The foundation identifies and funds innovative charitable projects designed to enhance the quality of life of residents in Western New York, primarily Erie and Niagara counties. As a family foundation, it also supports projects of the founders' family members regardless of geographic location.
Key facts about East Hill Foundation
- EIN
- 16-1441497
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $646,199
- Grants made (2024)
- 34
- Average grant
- $19,006
- Median grant
- $14,574
- New grantees (estimate)
- 21% first-time grantees (7 of 33, 2024)
- Total assets
- $23,106,238
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- The foundation operates an online grants portal with a two-step competitive process:. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who East Hill Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for East Hill Foundation's 34 itemized 2024 grants were New York (100%). The most frequent recipient cities were Buffalo, NY (9 grants), N Tonawanda, NY (6 grants), East Aurora, NY (3 grants) and North Tonawanda, NY (3 grants). None of its 34 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support.
Is East Hill Foundation open to new grantees?
21%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 7 of 33 grantees (21%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $11K; repeat grants $22K. How we count
Medians: $7K first-time, $16K repeat.
- 52% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+18%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 100% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$23.1M
+5.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$646K
+4.6% YoY
Grant Count
34
-19.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$19K
+29.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, East Hill Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation concentrates on projects that serve basic human needs for the Western New York community, with particular emphasis on:
- Food, clothing, and shelter
- Warm jackets, snow pants, and boots for rural children
- Supplies and equipment
- Safety upgrades
- Community and school garden initiatives
- Environmental education
- Training programs designed to improve the sustainability of charitable organizations in Western New York
Grantmaking
Review Cycle
-based; most recent deadline noted as May 13)
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Western New York, primarily Erie and Niagara counties. The foundation also supports family members' projects outside this region.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 34 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $21.9 million
- Total Revenue: $657,633
- Total Expenses: $1,376,094
- Total Liabilities: $208
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $23,106,238
- Total Giving: $646,199
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit; tax-exempt since March 2000 (EIN: 16-1441497)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $23,106,238 | $21,899,486 | $20,897,914 |
| Revenue | $1,042,213 | $657,633 | $388,850 |
| Expenses | $1,433,078 | $1,376,094 | $1,389,924 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,110,230 | $1,069,366 | $1,085,543 |
| Net Investment Income | $727,763 | $350,905 | $140,930 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,108,157 | $1,028,041 | $1,080,401 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
183 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from East Hill Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Western NY Land Conservancy Inc ($127,500 across 2 grants), Graycliff Conservancy Inc ($72,500), The Salvation Army (Buffalo Area Service) ($37,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN NY LAND CONSERVANCY INC East Aurora, NY | OUTDOOR KITCHEN FOR PROVIDENCE FARM COLLECTIVE YEAR 3 OF 3 | $80,000 |
| GRAYCLIFF CONSERVANCY INC Derby, NY | GIFT SHOP AND RECEPTION DESK AT NEW VISITORS CENTER YEAR 2 OF 2 | $72,500 |
| WESTERN NY LAND CONSERVANCY INC East Aurora, NY | NEW GARAGE FOR EQUIPMENT STORAGE | $47,500 |
| THE SALVATION ARMY (BUFFALO AREA SERVICE) Buffalo, NY | RENOVATE COMMUNITY REST ROOMS | $37,000 |
| THE TEACHERS DESK INC Buffalo, NY | PURCHASE PRE-OWNED TRUCK WITH RAMP | $35,949 |
| THE SUMMIT CENTER Getzville, NY | NEW RUBBER PLAYGROUND SURFACE | $30,000 |
| GENESIS HOUSE OF OLEAN INC Olean, NY | RENOVATE SECOND FLOOR SHELTER | $29,730 |
| NIAGARA GOSPEL RESCUE MISSION Niagara Falls, NY | PURCHASE PRE-OWNED BOX TRUCK | $28,000 |
| FRIENDS OF LITTLE PORTION FRIARY Buffalo, NY | CRITICAL UPGRADES, REPAIRS FOR MEN'S SHELTER | $24,000 |
| RAHAMA Buffalo, NY | KITCHEN RENOVATION IN SHELTER | $21,587 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
| Name | Title | Hours/Week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ami Greatbatch | President | 15 | $0 |
| Warren Greatbatch | Vice President | 16 | $0 |
| Cheryl Jankowski | Director/Treasurer | 8 | $0 |
| John Siegel | Director/Secretary | 10 | $0 |
| David Pierce, MD | Director | 5 | $0 |
| James Chadbourne | Director | 5 | $0 |
| Kenneth Dulian | Executive Director | 40 | $173,000 |
| Michele Schmidt | Administrative Director | 40 | $131,000 |
| Richard Grosskopf | Facilities Manager | 40 | $85,000 |
East Hill Foundation is led by Kenneth Dulian, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 2 of 8 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Kenneth Dulian
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$148K (2020) → $173K (2024)
Ami Greatbatch
President
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michele Schmidt
Administrator Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$112K (2020) → $131K (2024)
David Pierce MD
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Siegel
Director & Secretary
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cheryl Jankowski
Director & Treasurer
Director & Treasurer From → Director & Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2021
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Chadbourne
Director
Director Starting → Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Warren Greatbatch
Vice President
On filings since 2020
16 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Jennifer Greatbatch Danitz (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Michael Kelly (2020–2021) — Director & Treasurer
- Former: Julia Spitz (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation is actively accepting grant proposals from nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Western New York through its online grants portal. Recent grantees have included organizations focused on animal welfare, youth services, housing, and community development.
North Tonawanda-based East Hill Foundation accepting grant proposals | CommunitySubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does East Hill Foundation fund?
The foundation concentrates on projects that serve basic human needs for the Western New York community, with particular emphasis on: • Food, clothing, and shelter • Warm jackets, snow pants, and boots for rural children • Supplies and equipment • Safety upgrades • Community and school garden initiatives • Environmental education • Training programs designed to improve the sustainability of charitable organizations in Western New York
How do I apply for a grant from East Hill Foundation?
The foundation operates an online grants portal with a two-step competitive process:. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does East Hill Foundation make grants?
Western New York, primarily Erie and Niagara counties. The foundation also supports family members' projects outside this region.
What size grants does East Hill Foundation award?
In 2024, East Hill Foundation awarded 34 grants totaling $646K — an average of about $19K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is East Hill Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, East Hill Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.1M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is East Hill Foundation's EIN?
East Hill Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-1441497. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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