The Hawk Family Foundation
The Hawk Family Foundation is a private foundation established in 2006 and based in Dunmore, Pennsylvania. The foundation was created to represent and promote the philanthropic interests of David and Ann Hawk, their descendants, and Gertrude Hawk Chocolates. The foundation distributes required proceeds and earnings from life insurance policies that were surrendered, which are then invested and distributed annually as charitable contributions.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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Annual Giving
$1.2M
+8.6% YoY
Grant Count
109
-5.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$11K
+14.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Hawk Family Foundation's broad mission is to improve the quality of people's lives, particularly the lives of children, the elderly, the vulnerable, and returning citizens in the community.
The foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and families in Northeastern Pennsylvania through 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Primary funding areas include:
- Health and human services
- Education
- Arts and culture
- Support for institutions of higher learning and local private schools through scholarships and capital projects
Priority is given to organizations serving vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, those currently incarcerated, and returning citizens. Projects with measurable outcomes and evaluation plans receive priority consideration.
Grantmaking
The foundation indicates it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited applications for funds.
Grant Range
$6,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily serves 501(c)(3) organizations in Northeastern Pennsylvania. While the primary focus is Pennsylvania, the foundation extends funding to organizations in other states including California, Florida, Iowa, Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets:
- Total assets (2024): $22,090,237
Annual Activity (2024):
- Total revenues: $1,882,032
- Total expenses: $1,441,085
Staffing: The foundation operates with limited staffing, relying on volunteer trustees with no paid employees.
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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
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Crusade for Family Prayer ($50,000), Geisinger Health Foundation ($50,000), Greater Scranton Ymca ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALLIED SERVICES FOUNDATION CLARKS SUMMIT, PA | TEAM ALLIED AND YOU FOR PEDIATRICS | $15,000 |
| ALLONE CHARITIES WILKESBARRE, PA | CARBONDALE YMCA SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM | $5,000 |
| ALLONE FOUNDATION WILKESBARRE, PA | WYOMING VALLEY RUN SPONSORSHIP | $1,000 |
| AMERICA250PA SCRANTON, PA | GRANTS | $10,000 |
| AMERICAN LEGION UNIT 221 AUXILARY TAYLOR, PA | SPONSOR - NIGHT AT RACES | $50 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS WILKESBARRE, PA | COMMUNITY EMERGENCY - VEHICLE INSTALL | $10,000 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS WILKESBARRE, PA | ANNUAL DONATION | $4,000 |
| ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS WILKESBARRE, PA | NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY 2024 SPONSORSHIP | $2,500 |
| BILL JOHNSON MEMORIAL DALLAS, PA | EQUINES FOR FREEDOM GOLF BENEFIT | $1,500 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NE PA SCRANTON, PA | AFTER SCHOOL PROGRM | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Founders & Trustees:
David W. Hawk - Trustee (2 hours/week, no compensation)
- Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration from Penn State in 1971
- Owner of Gertrude Hawk Chocolates for 29 years and dedicated to the family business for 50 years
- Recently retired and passed leadership to the next generation
- Serves on multiple nonprofit and educational boards in the community
Ann M. Hawk - Trustee (2 hours/week, no compensation)
- Born in New York City; family relocated to the Scranton area during her youth
- Earned a Bachelor's degree in Individual and Family Studies in 1972
- Earned a Master's degree in Counseling from Marywood University
- Retired from her practice as a Rosen Method Bodywork practitioner
- Certified Rosen Method Movement Teacher
- Serves on multiple nonprofit and educational boards in the community
Both David and Ann are dedicated to their Catholic faith and strongly support the religious community and its mission to help the less fortunate and provide educational opportunities for youth in the community.
Next Generation Leadership: The foundation's next generation of leadership, referred to as "G4," includes their four children: Jennifer, Carolyn, Paul, and Patrick. They are now leading the family business to the next level.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID W HAWK | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| ANN M HAWK | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has been actively awarding grants to regional organizations, including:
Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Receives $50,000 from Hawk Family FoundationSupport for Team Allied
Hawk Family Foundation supports Team Allied \u2013 Scranton Times-Tribune$10,000 grant to United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Hawk Family Foundation awards grant to United Neighborhood ...$15,000 grant to Allied Services
Hawk Family Foundation presents $15,000 to Allied Services | Times Leader$50,000 grant to Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Receives $50,000 from Hawk Family FoundationSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Hawk Family Foundation fund?
The Hawk Family Foundation's broad mission is to improve the quality of people's lives, particularly the lives of children, the elderly, the vulnerable, and returning citizens in the community. The foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and families in Northeastern Pennsylvania through 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Primary funding areas include: • Health and human services • Education • Arts and culture • Support for institutions of higher learning and loc…
How do I apply for a grant from The Hawk Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • The foundation made 65 grants in 2024 • Median grant size: $6,000 • Grant range: $50 to $100,000 **Recent Grants (2024):** • WVIA Public Media: $100,000 (Building the Future Pledge) • Geisinger Health Foundation: $50,000 (GCSCM Hawk Family Scholars) • YMCA of Greater Scranton: $50,000 (Capital Campaign) **Application Process:** The foundation indicates it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited applications for funds.
Where does The Hawk Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily serves 501(c)(3) organizations in Northeastern Pennsylvania. While the primary focus is Pennsylvania, the foundation extends funding to organizations in other states including California, Florida, Iowa, Massachusetts, New York, and Virginia.
What size grants does The Hawk Family Foundation award?
In 2024, The Hawk Family Foundation awarded 109 grants totaling $1.2M — an average of about $11K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The Hawk Family Foundation's EIN?
The Hawk Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 42-1719365. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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