The Hickey Family Foundation
The Hickey Family Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) trust established in March 2004 in Arizona. Based in Mesa, Arizona, the foundation is a family foundation that provides financial support to carefully selected charitable projects aligned with its strategic priorities.
Key facts about The Hickey Family Foundation
- EIN
- 86-6331657
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $6,741,550
- Grants made (2024)
- 30
- Average grant
- $224,718
- Median grant
- $200,000
- Total assets
- $150,742,199
- Primary geography
- Arizona (28% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Hickey Family Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for The Hickey Family Foundation's 30 itemized 2024 grants were Arizona (28%), 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). 3% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$150.7M
+8.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$6.7M
+8.7% YoY
Grant Count
30
+15.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$225K
-5.8% YoY
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.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports three primary focus areas:
Rescue of Youth Projects — Outreach projects that address medical, social, educational, and/or training needs of at-risk youth, helping young people who are socially, medically, or educationally disadvantaged achieve productive lives.
Medical Technology Development Projects — Investment in the development of promising medical technology already conceived or underway at universities, medical centers, or medical research institutions with the potential to positively impact or accelerate vital breakthroughs.
Medical Training Center Development Projects — Financing the establishment of medical training centers or clinics in areas where no or inadequate medical services exist.
Grantmaking
The foundation takes a highly strategic, targeted funding approach. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests. Instead, the foundation uses its network and research to proactively identify appropriate organizations and invite proposals for potential projects.
Grant Range
$50,000 to $500,000
Average Grant
Approximately $238,621
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation maintains a national and international focus, with emphasis on United States-based projects and global initiatives.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 30 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $150,742,199 (2024)
Annual Giving: $6,741,550 (2024); $6,204,150 (2023)
Total Revenues: $5,557,668 (2024)
Total Expenses: $7,618,684 (2024)
Liabilities: $0 (2023)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $150,742,199 | $138,530,190 | $128,686,673 |
| Revenue | $5,557,668 | $2,617,625 | $2,149,934 |
| Expenses | $7,618,684 | $7,099,494 | $7,609,539 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $7,222,850 | $6,657,648 | $7,172,875 |
| Net Investment Income | $5,187,334 | $1,947,865 | $1,770,098 |
| Distributable Amount | $7,325,753 | $6,444,531 | $6,645,303 |
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
148 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Cleveland Clinic Foundation ($908,309), International Medical Corps ($600,000), Nph-usa ($575,000).
| 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 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Nancy E. Baldwin serves as Executive Director and Trustee of the foundation.
The foundation was established by Frank Hickey, a successful entrepreneur who became actively involved in philanthropy in the late 1980s and 1990s. Hickey served on boards of organizations focused on food, shelter, medical relief, healthcare training, and education. According to foundation leadership, Hickey believed "philanthropy could provide the greatest reward and 'kick' beyond anything he had ever experienced in his professional life."
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NANCY E BALDWIN | CO-TTEE/ED | 58 | $301,614 |
| JOSEPH MANGONE | CO-TRUSTEE | 2 | $10,000 |
| JOHN MEZA | CO-TRUSTEE | 2 | $10,000 |
| HELEN TROP-ZELL | CO-TRUSTEE | 2 | $10,000 |
| DIANA YAZZIE DEVINE | CO-TRUSTEE | 2 | $10,000 |
| CHARLES FLANAGAN | CO-TRUSTEE | 2 | $10,000 |
| JON ELIASON | CO-TRUSTEE | 2 | $10,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Edward F. Hickey Memorial Trust (related entity) awarded $100,000 to Florida State University Panama City for nursing scholarships and $38,000 to the FSU-PC Early Childhood Autism Program. The trust also provided $25,000 for Career Online High School scholarships.
Hickey Trust gives $25,000 for Career Online High School scholarshipsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Hickey Family Foundation fund?
The foundation supports three primary focus areas: **Rescue of Youth Projects** — Outreach projects that address medical, social, educational, and/or training needs of at-risk youth, helping young people who are socially, medically, or educationally disadvantaged achieve productive lives. **Medical Technology Development Projects** — Investment in the development of promising medical technology already conceived or underway at universities, medical centers, or medical research institutions with…
How do I apply for a grant from The Hickey Family Foundation?
The foundation takes a highly strategic, targeted funding approach. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests. Instead, the foundation uses its network and research to proactively identify appropriate organizations and invite proposals for potential projects. **Grant Characteristics:** • Grant range: $50,000 to $500,000 • Average grant size: Approximately $238,621 • Typical annual giving: $6-7 million • Application method: Invitation only **Recent Grant Activity (2024):** Notable grants i…
Where does The Hickey Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation maintains a national and international focus, with emphasis on United States-based projects and global initiatives.
What size grants does The Hickey Family Foundation award?
In 2024, The Hickey Family Foundation awarded 30 grants totaling $6.7M — an average of about $225K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Hickey Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Hickey Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $7.3M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
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.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.