The Hickey Family Foundation
The Hickey Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Mesa, Arizona. It supports projects addressing the needs of at-risk youth, developing medical technology, and establishing medical training centers or clinics where medical care is inadequate or unavailable.
The Hickey Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Hickey Family Foundation gave $6.7M across 30 grants in 2024 (avg $225K), top state Arizona. 13% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $6,741,550
- +8.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 30
- +15.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $224,718
- -5.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $200,000
- Total assets
- $150,742,199
- +8.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 13% first-time grantees (4 of 30, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Arizona (28% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Hickey Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Invitation Only
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Contributions are made to preselected charitable organizations, and grant applications are provided by invitation only.
- Contact
Mailing address: 530 E Huber Street, Mesa, AZ 85203
Phone: (480) 962-8139
Website: https://hickeyfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Hickey Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cleveland Clinic Foundation ($908K). Together the top 10 received $4.8M.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($50,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
148 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 42 grants of 148 (28%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state went to Arizona (28%), Ohio (13%), California (13%), New York (12%), and Missouri (10%). Grant purposes also included projects outside the United States, including emergency and healthcare support in Gaza, Ukraine, Somalia, and Cameroon, and childhood malnutrition work in Ghana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 30 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Hickey Family Foundation open to new grantees?
13%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 30 grantees (13%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $58K; repeat grants $250K. How we count
Medians: $50K first-time, $208K repeat.
- 77% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+3%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 99% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 $6.0M (2020) to $6.7M (2024). In 2024 it made 30 grants totaling $6.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation Cleveland, OH | Zehna Therapeutics, Inc.,NeuroTherapia,Steelhead Therapeutics, Inc. | $908,309 |
| International Medical Corps Los Angeles, CA | Emergency Support - Gaza,Emergency Support - Ukraine, Increasing Healthcare Access and Support in Somalia,Improving Healthcare Capacity in Cameroon | $600,000 |
| NPH-USA Chicago, IL | Emergency Support - Haiti,Shinsky Matamoros Orphanage 2024-25 Year 16,University Scholarship Support 2024-25 Year 11 | $575,000 |
| Children's Global Health Fund Mount Kisco, NY | Dominican Family Health Program 2024-25,Dominican Family Health Clinic Capital Campaign | $550,000 |
| Project Peanut Butter Maplewood, MO | Treating Childhood Malnutrition in Ghana | $500,415 |
| Native American Connections Phoenix, AZ | Homeless Youth Services 2024-25 | $450,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation Phoenix, AZ | Summer Youth Program Fund 2024 (Year 12,Designated Fund for Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network,AZ Together for Impact Collaborative | $325,000 |
| Shared Hope International Vancouver, WA | Training Program Expansion (2024-25) | $300,000 |
| Middle East Children's Institute Locust Valley, NY | MECI - Year 13 (plus additional $100,000) | $280,000 |
| Sons of Divine Providence East Boston, MA | OCTC Kenya Support - Year 11,Cottolengo Filipino - Year 16 | $274,575 |
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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 | $150,742,199 | $5,557,668 | $7,618,684 | $6,741,550 | 30 | $7,222,850 | $5,187,334 | $7,325,753 |
| 2023 | $138,530,190 | $2,617,625 | $7,099,494 | $6,204,150 | 26 | $6,657,648 | $1,947,865 | $6,444,531 |
| 2022 | $128,686,673 | $2,149,934 | $7,609,539 | $6,633,142 | 28 | $7,172,875 | $1,770,098 | $6,645,303 |
| 2021 | $154,617,141 | $6,519,819 | $7,410,711 | $6,547,304 | 34 | $7,008,818 | $6,132,006 | $7,235,250 |
| 2020 | $144,131,299 | $2,851,946 | $6,936,374 | $6,032,804 | 30 | — | $2,517,557 | $6,473,755 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Hickey Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $7.3M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website describes three areas of focus: outreach projects addressing the medical, social, educational, or training needs of at-risk youth under 21; medical technology projects conceived or underway at universities, medical centers, or research institutions that could help advance medical breakthroughs; and medical training centers or clinics in places with inadequate medical care. The foundation also describes support for clinics addressing significant community health issues and for training local health workers and medical personnel.
Its 2024 grantees include organizations working in areas consistent with these interests. International Medical Corps describes its mission as saving lives and relieving suffering through health interventions in communities affected by conflict, disasters, and disease outbreaks. Project Peanut Butter says it works to advance treatment of severe malnutrition, primarily among children, using locally produced therapeutic foods. Native American Connections describes its mission as reducing health disparities through integrated healthcare and stable housing. Shared Hope International says it works to rescue and restore women and children in crisis and prevent sex trafficking and slavery. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 30 grants totaling $6,741,550. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $908,309, with a median of $200,000. Among its largest grants were $908,309 to Cleveland Clinic Foundation for projects involving Zehna Therapeutics, NeuroTherapia, and Steelhead Therapeutics; $600,000 to International Medical Corps for emergency support and healthcare initiatives in Gaza, Ukraine, Somalia, and Cameroon; $575,000 to NPH-USA for Haiti emergency support, orphanage support, and university scholarships; and $550,000 to Children’s Global Health Fund for its Dominican Family Health Program and clinic capital campaign.
Other large 2024 grants included $500,415 to Project Peanut Butter for treating childhood malnutrition in Ghana; $450,000 to Native American Connections for homeless youth services; and $325,000 to Arizona Community Foundation for a summer youth program, a designated fund for the Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network, and the AZ Together for Impact Collaborative.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Nancy E. Baldwin as co-trustee/executive director and Joseph Mangone, John Meza, Helen Trop-Zell, Diana Yazzie Devine, Charles Flanagan, and Jon Eliason as co-trustees. The foundation’s website identifies Baldwin as executive director and trustee, responsible for administration, operations, and activities.
The Hickey Family Foundation is led by Nancy E. Baldwin, Co-Ttee & Executive Director on every filing since 2020; all 7 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nancy E. Baldwin
Co-Ttee & Executive Director
On filings since 2020
58 hrs/week
$247K (2020) → $302K (2024)
Charles Flanagan
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$9K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Diana Yazzie Devine
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$9K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Helen Trop-Zell
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$9K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Joseph Mangone
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$9K (2020) → $10K (2024)
John Meza
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$5K (2022) → $10K (2024)
Jon Eliason
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$5K (2022) → $10K (2024)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Eugene Payne (2020–2022) — Co-Trustee
- Former: Kenneth L. Naiff (2020–2022) — Co-Trustee
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
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $302K, to Nancy E Baldwin (Co-Ttee/Ed). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Hickey Family Foundation
How much does The Hickey Family Foundation give each year?
The Hickey Family Foundation gave $6.7M across 30 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $6.2M across 26 grants.
What is The Hickey Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Hickey Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $200,000, and its average grant was $224,718, across 30 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Hickey Family Foundation that year got $58K on average.
Where does The Hickey Family Foundation give grants?
The Hickey Family Foundation's top state is Arizona, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Ohio (13%) and California (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (10 grants), Los Angeles, CA (2 grants), Tucson, AZ (2 grants) and Mesa, AZ (2 grants).
Does The Hickey Family Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 3% of The Hickey Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 30) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Hickey Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Hickey Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Cleveland Clinic Foundation ($908,309), International Medical Corps ($600,000) and NPH-USA ($575,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($50,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 31% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Hickey Family Foundation?
The Hickey Family Foundation reported $150.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $7.2M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $7.3M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The Hickey Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s website describes three areas of focus: outreach projects addressing the medical, social, educational, or training needs of at-risk youth under 21; medical technology projects conceived or underway at universities, medical centers, or research institutions that could help advance medical breakthroughs; and medical training centers or clinics in places with inadequate medical care. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Hickey Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Hickey Family Foundation's EIN?
The Hickey Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-6331657. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Hickey Family Foundation 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 October 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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