The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. It makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and states that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 at a glance
In short: The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 gave $170K across 33 grants in 2025 (avg $5K), top state California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $169,989
- +84.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 33
- +32.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $5,151
- +39.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $919,350
- -2.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (24% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2 Righter Parkway Suite 300A, Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: (302) 573-5837
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was The Film Collaborative Inc ($25K). Together the top 10 received $123K.
Grant Size Distribution
137 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 137 grants of 137 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. The largest shares went to California (24%), Colorado (21%), Wisconsin (17%), Maine (14%), and Connecticut (12%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 33 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 gives
- 48% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 750% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 158% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2022) to $193K (2023). In 2025 it made 33 grants totaling $170K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Film Collaborative Inc Los Angeles, CA | Unrestricted Gift | $25,143 |
| Coast Guard Foundation Inc Stonington, CT | Unrestricted Gift | $20,308 |
| Tara Institute of the Performing Arts Boulder, CO | Unrestricted Gift | $15,951 |
| Our House Grief Support Center Woodland Hills, CA | Unrestricted Gift | $14,887 |
| The Pingree School South Hamilton, MA | Unrestricted Gift | $10,117 |
| Geneva Lake Water Safety Comm Inc Williams Bay, WI | Unrestricted Gift | $9,925 |
| Tryall Fund Jamaica Baltimore, MD | Unrestricted Gift | $9,661 |
| Imagine Foundation Lafayette, CO | Unrestricted Gift | $7,054 |
| Friends of Kishwauketoe Ltd Williams Bay, WI | Unrestricted Gift | $5,055 |
| Shining Mountain Waldorf Boulder, CO | Unrestricted Gift | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $919,350 | $176,685 | $194,971 | $169,989 | 33 | $172,175 | $155,071 | $109,210 |
| 2024 | $939,124 | $52,915 | $117,206 | $92,250 | 25 | $95,579 | $32,884 | $106,038 |
| 2023 | $997,978 | $75,731 | $214,437 | $193,000 | 38 | $195,491 | $56,785 | $92,571 |
| 2022 | $1,136,599 | $47,145 | $44,480 | $20,000 | 4 | $20,860 | $19,101 | $100,148 |
| 2021 | $1,132,618 | $55,666 | $200,655 | $176,473 | 37 | $177,240 | $32,251 | $109,666 |
| 2020 | $1,238,284 | $25,713 | $204,030 | $181,000 | 35 | — | $22,991 | $99,718 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 reported a distributable amount of $109K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s own mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2025 grants went to organizations working in areas including independent film, Coast Guard support, performing-arts education, grief support, nature conservation, and outdoor recreation. For example, The Film Collaborative describes its work as providing independent filmmakers with educational materials and distribution-related services; Our House Grief Support Center says it provides grief support services, education, and resources; and Geneva Lake Conservancy says it works to preserve and advocate for local waterways, natural areas, and working lands.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation made 33 grants totaling $169,989. Grants ranged from $250 to $25,143, with a median grant of $2,500. The largest grants included $25,143 to The Film Collaborative Inc., $20,308 to Coast Guard Foundation Inc., $15,951 to Tara Institute of the Performing Arts, and $14,887 to Our House Grief Support Center. These grants were listed as unrestricted gifts.
Other 2025 grants included $9,925 to Geneva Lake Water Safety Commission Inc., $7,054 to Imagine Foundation, and $5,055 to Friends of Kishwauketoe Ltd. The grantee descriptions indicate a range of activities: the Coast Guard Foundation says it supports Coast Guard members through education, morale, wellness, and recognition programs, while Tara Institute describes its work as providing high-school education emphasizing performing arts, travel, and experiential learning.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's only listed officer is First State Trust Company, Trustee on every filing since 2022 (compensated).
Officers on the 2025 filing
First State Trust Company
Trustee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$2K (2023) → $4K (2025)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Comerica Bank NA (2020–2022) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $4K, to First State Trust Company (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1
How much does The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 give each year?
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 gave $170K across 33 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $92K across 25 grants.
What is The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's typical grant size?
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's median grant in 2025 was $2,500, and its average grant was $5,151, across 33 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 give grants?
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's top state is California, with 24% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Colorado (21%) and Wisconsin (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boulder, CO (4 grants), Williams Bay, WI (4 grants), Lafayette, CO (2 grants) and South Portland, ME (2 grants).
Does The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (33 of 33) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's largest grantees?
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's largest 2025 grantees include The Film Collaborative Inc ($25,143), Coast Guard Foundation Inc ($20,308) and Tara Institute of the Performing Arts ($15,951), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1?
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 reported $919K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $172K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $109K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 fund?
The foundation’s own mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2025 grants went to organizations working in areas including independent film, Coast Guard support, performing-arts education, grief support, nature conservation, and outdoor recreation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's EIN?
The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4568270. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Anna Emery Hanson Charitable Foundation 1 accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 7, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 12, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 5, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 9, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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