Hasbro Foundation Inc
Hasbro Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Its 2024 filing reports 39 grants totaling $2,722,839.
Hasbro Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Hasbro Foundation Inc gave $2.7M across 39 grants in 2024 (avg $70K), top state Rhode Island. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,722,839
- +110.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 39
- -11.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $69,816
- +137.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $1,932,219
- -49.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Rhode Island (20% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Hasbro Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s website says it is not currently accepting proposals for support. Its 2024 filing lists the contact as Hasbro Foundation Inc.; form and materials and deadlines are listed as NA. The filing states that giving is not restricted to preselected organizations. Organizations receiving philanthropic support from Hasbro, including the foundation, are required to agree to its non-discrimination policy.
- Contact
Application contact: Hasbro Foundation Inc
Mailing address: 1027 Newport Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Phone: (401) 431-8151
Email: sarah.knott@hasbro.com
Website: https://globalphilanthropy.hasbro.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Hasbro Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Give Kids the World ($500K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $1.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
212 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 144 grants of 212 (68%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Hasbro says its U.S. local community grants support programs in locations where it operates. In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state were Rhode Island (20%), Florida (18%), Washington, DC (15%), Connecticut (12%), and California (10%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 39 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Hasbro Foundation Inc gives
- 47% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+1%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.3M (2023) to $3.2M (2022). In 2024 it made 39 grants totaling $2.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Community Foundation Los Angeles, CA | Program Support | $250,000 |
| Give Kids the World Kissimmee, FL | Program Support | $250,000 |
| Give Kids the World Kissimmee, FL | Program Support | $250,000 |
| Special Olympics International Washington, DC | Program Support | $200,000 |
| Year up Inc Providence, RI | Program Support | $127,500 |
| Save the Children Fairfield, CT | Program Support | $125,000 |
| Seriousfun Childrens Network Norwalk, CT | Program Support | $115,000 |
| Seriousfun Childrens Network Gypsum, CO | Program Support | $115,000 |
| Games for Change Inc Fairfield, CT | Program Support | $100,000 |
| United Nations Foundation Washington, DC | Program Support | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,932,219 | $1,220,757 | $2,725,278 | $2,722,839 | 39 | $2,722,278 | $120,498 | $134,170 |
| 2023 | $3,789,852 | $1,170,993 | $1,650,662 | $1,291,854 | 44 | $1,643,854 | $165,552 | $192,459 |
| 2022 | $4,418,109 | $4,057,439 | $3,159,447 | $3,156,748 | 68 | $3,158,497 | $47,624 | $196,077 |
| 2021 | $3,415,417 | $5,044,565 | $3,085,434 | $2,688,304 | 1 | $3,085,404 | $15,094 | $91,717 |
| 2020 | $1,528,786 | $2,045,135 | $2,047,607 | $1,655,451 | 60 | — | $27,453 | $101,906 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Hasbro Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $134K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Hasbro describes its philanthropic priorities as Access to Play, Play Relief, and empowering Play Makers. Its stated activities include making play more accessible in underserved communities, providing support in times of uncertainty, and helping the next generation develop skills.
The 2024 grant list includes support for organizations working in different areas. Give Kids the World describes its mission as fulfilling wishes through an experience for children with critical illnesses and their families. SeriousFun Children’s Network says it creates inclusive camp and recreational experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families. Year Up says it helps young adults gain skills, experience, and support for careers and higher education. Games for Change describes its work as using games to support learning, community improvement, and a more equitable world.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 39 grants totaling $2,722,839. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $250,000, with a median of $50,000. The largest listed awards included $250,000 each to California Community Foundation and Give Kids the World; $200,000 to Special Olympics International; $127,500 to Year Up; and $125,000 to Save the Children. Other listed grants included $115,000 each to SeriousFun Children’s Network and $100,000 each to Games for Change, the United Nations Foundation, and Rhode Island Hospital. The filing identifies the listed grants’ purpose as program support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sarah Knott as President, Theron Grim as Vice President, Gina Goetter as VP and Treasurer, Tarrant Sibley as Secretary, and Matthew Gilman as Assistant Secretary.
Hasbro Foundation Inc is led by Sarah Knott, President on the 2024 filing; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sarah Knott
President
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gina Goetter
Vice President & Treasurer
Vptreasurer → Vice President & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Gilman
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tarrant Sibley
Secretary
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Theron Grim
Vice President
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Alan Hassenfeld (2023) — Chairman
- Former: Bryony Bouyer (2023) — Vice President
- Former: Chris Cocks (2023) — Director
- Former: Kevin Colman (2023) — President
- Former: Tim Kilpin (2023) — 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.
Frequently asked questions about Hasbro Foundation Inc
How much does Hasbro Foundation Inc give each year?
Hasbro Foundation Inc gave $2.7M across 39 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.3M across 44 grants.
What is Hasbro Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Hasbro Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $69,816, across 39 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Hasbro Foundation Inc give grants?
Hasbro Foundation Inc's top state is Rhode Island, with 20% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (18%) and District of Columbia (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Providence, RI (11 grants), Washington, DC (3 grants), Seattle, WA (3 grants) and Kissimmee, FL (2 grants).
Does Hasbro Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 39 grants with a stated purpose on Hasbro Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (39 grants).
Who are Hasbro Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Hasbro Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Give Kids the World ($500,000 across 2 grants), California Community Foundation ($250,000) and Seriousfun Childrens Network ($230,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Hasbro Foundation Inc?
Hasbro Foundation Inc reported $1.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.7M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $134K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Hasbro Foundation Inc fund?
Hasbro describes its philanthropic priorities as Access to Play, Play Relief, and empowering Play Makers. Its stated activities include making play more accessible in underserved communities, providing support in times of uncertainty, and helping the next generation develop skills. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Hasbro Foundation Inc?
The foundation’s website says it is not currently accepting proposals for support. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Hasbro Foundation Inc's EIN?
Hasbro Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-2538470. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Hasbro Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/hasbro-foundation-inc-morg_79545caa97904075ae5ccc2e23cd8cca
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