The Hilliard Foundation Inc
The Hilliard Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Elmira, New York. Its stated mission is to provide financial assistance to organizations supporting the advancement and preservation of areas including religion, medical care, learning and education, arts, music, history, and science.
The Hilliard Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Hilliard Foundation Inc gave $493K across 29 grants in 2026 (avg $17K), mostly in New York. 10% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $493,000
- +2.3% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 29
- +3.6% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $17,000
- -1.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $1,536,072
- +20.1% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (3 of 29, 2026)
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Hilliard Foundation Inc
- Contact
Application contact: Arie J Van Den Blink
Mailing address: 100 West Fourth Street, Elmira, NY 14901
Phone: (607) 733-7121
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Hilliard Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was United Way of the Southern Tier ($62K). Together the top 10 received $330K.
Grant Size Distribution
108 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 102 grants of 108 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars in the 2026 filing went to recipients in New York. Listed grantees are based in Elmira and nearby communities, including Corning and Horseheads.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Hilliard Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 3 of 29 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $18K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $13K repeat.
- 79% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 99% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 924% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $84K (2024) to $493K (2026). In 2026 it made 29 grants totaling $493K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of the Southern Tier Corning, NY | Community campaign / annual dinner & dolly parton library | $62,000 |
| Elmira College Elmira, NY | Annual Fund Support | $50,000 |
| John W Jones Museum Elmira, NY | Capital Project | $35,000 |
| Clemens Center Elmira, NY | Operating Support | $30,000 |
| Food Bank of the Southern Tier Elmira, NY | Software | $30,000 |
| Tanglewood Nature Center Elmira, NY | Canopy Walkway and Operating Support | $30,000 |
| Community Arts of Elmira Elmira, NY | Mural Fest Program / Operating Support | $27,500 |
| Quarry Farm Foundation Inc Elmira, NY | Renovations | $25,000 |
| YWCA Elmira & the Twin Tiers Elmira, NY | Gymnasium Upgrades | $25,000 |
| Horseheads Family Resource Center Horseheads, NY | Operating Support | $15,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,536,072 | $704,320 | $368,886 | $493,000 | 29 | $493,000 | $57,093 | $53,365 |
| 2025 | $1,279,493 | $209,072 | $621,316 | $482,000 | 28 | $482,000 | $56,806 | $55,264 |
| 2024 | $1,552,458 | $428,354 | $320,578 | $83,915 | 9 | $399,980 | $18,377 | $57,964 |
| 2023 | $1,092,001 | $325,904 | $255,397 | $247,940 | 20 | $247,940 | $16,913 | $47,638 |
| 2022 | $1,021,494 | $380,324 | $347,890 | $341,875 | 22 | $341,875 | $57,145 | $53,032 |
| 2021 | $989,060 | $451,304 | $260,083 | $256,381 | 24 | — | $103,306 | $45,416 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Hilliard Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $53K for 2026 — 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 filing describes its mission as providing financial assistance to a variety of organizations in support of the advancement and preservation of religion, medical care, learning and education, arts, music, history, and science.
Its 2026 grants included support for education, arts and cultural organizations, museums, community services, and other organizations. For example, the John W. Jones Museum says it preserves the home and artifacts of John W. Jones and commemorates his and others’ roles in the Underground Railroad and Civil War. Community Arts of Elmira says it provides space and educational activities for artists and encourages public participation in the arts. Elmira College describes its work as providing a liberal arts and sciences education in a collaborative environment.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported 29 grants totaling $493,000. Awards ranged from $5,000 to $62,000, with a median of $10,000. Its largest listed grants included $62,000 to United Way of the Southern Tier for a community campaign, annual dinner, and Dolly Parton Library; $50,000 to Elmira College for annual fund support; and $35,000 to the John W. Jones Museum for a capital project. Other listed grants included $30,000 to Clemens Center for operating support and $30,000 to Food Bank of the Southern Tier for software.
The foundation’s 2025 filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applications are made by letter to Arie J Van den Blink. The filing lists no deadline and no restrictions on awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Arie J Van den Blink as president and trustee; Allen Smith as vice president and trustee; Gordon Webster as treasurer and trustee; and John Alexander as secretary and trustee. Other listed trustees are Michael Cantando, Sarah Van den Blink, Gene Ebbrecht, Margaret Jones, Clare Van den Blink, and Katherine Miller.
The Hilliard Foundation Inc is led by Arie J. Van Den Blink, President & Trustee on every filing since 2025; none of the 10 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Arie J. Van Den Blink
President & Trustee
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Allen Smith
Vice President & Trustee
Trustee → Vice President & Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Gene Ebbrecht
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Gordon Webster
Treasurer & Trustee
Treasurer Trustee → Treasurer & Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
John Alexander
Secretary & Trustee
Secretary Trustee → Secretary & Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Margaret Jones
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Clare Van Den Blink
Trustee
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Sarah Van Den Blink
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Katherine Miller
Trustee
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Michael Cantando
Trustee
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Paul Schweizer (2021–2025) — Trustee
- Former: Jan Van Den Blink (2021–2024) — President & Trustee
- Former: Richard Swan (2021–2022) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 The Hilliard Foundation Inc
How much does The Hilliard Foundation Inc give each year?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc gave $493K across 29 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $482K across 28 grants.
What is The Hilliard Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc's median grant in 2026 was $10,000, and its average grant was $17,000, across 29 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Hilliard Foundation Inc that year got $7K on average.
Where does The Hilliard Foundation Inc give grants?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Elmira, NY (19 grants), Corning, NY (7 grants) and Horseheads, NY (2 grants).
Does The Hilliard Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 45% of The Hilliard Foundation Inc's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (13 of 29) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Hilliard Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc's largest 2026 grantees include United Way of the Southern Tier ($62,000), Elmira College ($50,000) and John W Jones Museum ($35,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Hilliard Foundation Inc?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $493K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $53K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Hilliard Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s filing describes its mission as providing financial assistance to a variety of organizations in support of the advancement and preservation of religion, medical care, learning and education, arts, music, history, and science. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Hilliard Foundation Inc?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Hilliard Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Hilliard Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-1176159. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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