The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in North Palm Beach, Florida. It reported giving $364,932 through 23 grants in 2024, including support for Stevens Institute of Technology and charitable organizations serving New Jersey communities.
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc gave $365K across 23 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $364,932
- +901.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 23
- +2200.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $15,867
- -56.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $42,308
- +19.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 11877 Lost Tree Way, North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Phone: (609) 576-1778
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Stevens Institute of Technology ($330K). Together the top 10 received $354K.
Grant Size Distribution
28 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 26 grants of 28 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey. The reported shares were 1% each for Florida and the District of Columbia, and 0% each for New York and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc gives
- Giving grew 695% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $36K (2023) to $388K (2020). In 2024 it made 23 grants totaling $365K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ | Charitable | $330,432 |
| Lost Tree Charitable Foundation North Palm Beach, FL | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Marine Mamal Stranding Center Brigantine, NJ | Charitable | $3,500 |
| The Humane Society of the United States Washington, DC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Beacon Animal Rescue Ocean View, NJ | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Community Food Bank Egg Harbor Township, NJ | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ac Rescue Mission Atlantic City, NJ | Charitable | $2,250 |
| Atlantic County SPCA Egg Harbor Township, NJ | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Cape May County Animal Shelter Cape May Courthouse, NJ | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Humane Society of Oc Ocean City, NJ | Charitable | $2,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $42,308 | $523,415 | $365,189 | $364,932 | 23 | $364,932 | $137,915 | $893 |
| 2023 | $35,282 | $-1,183 | $36,454 | $36,439 | 1 | $36,439 | $1,554 | — |
| 2022 | $72,919 | $-1,024 | $43,849 | $43,700 | 1 | $43,700 | $1,061 | — |
| 2021 | $116,804 | $10,720 | $46,352 | $45,890 | 1 | $45,890 | $10,720 | — |
| 2020 | $152,436 | $33,255 | $388,597 | $388,462 | 2 | — | $33,255 | — |
| 2019 | $507,778 | $9,375 | $60,469 | $60,250 | 1 | — | $13,548 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $893 for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including a university, animal welfare groups, a food bank, a rescue mission, a retreat house, a veterans service organization, and a volunteer fire company.
The grantees describe their own work in varied terms. Beacon Animal Rescue says it shelters cats and dogs, finds them homes, and educates the community about responsible treatment of companion animals. Atlantic County SPCA says its work includes preventing animal cruelty and neglect, providing low-cost spay and neuter services, and public education. Wounded Warrior Project describes its focus as the well-being of post-9/11 veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Marmora Volunteer Fire Company says it protects and serves Marmora residents, business owners, and visitors.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 23 grants totaling $364,932. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $330,432, with a median of $1,500. The largest grant was $330,432 to Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey, for a charitable purpose. Other notable grants included $3,500 each to Lost Tree Charitable Foundation and Marine Mammal Stranding Center; $3,000 each to The Humane Society of the United States and Beacon Animal Rescue; and $2,500 to Community Food Bank.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists John J Hanlon IV, Cathy L Hanlon, John J Hanlon V, and Erin S Hanlon as trustees.
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Cathy L. Hanlon
Trustee
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Erin S. Hanlon
Trustee
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
John J. Hanlon IV
Trustee
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
John J. Hanlon V
Trustee
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc
How much does The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc give each year?
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc gave $365K across 23 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $36K across 1 grant.
What is The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,500, and its average grant was $15,867, across 23 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc give grants?
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc gives mostly in New Jersey: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Atlantic City, NJ (3 grants), Egg Harbor Township, NJ (2 grants), Cape May Courthouse, NJ (2 grants) and Ocean City, NJ (2 grants).
Does The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 23 grants with a stated purpose on The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (23 grants).
Who are The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Stevens Institute of Technology ($330,432), Lost Tree Charitable Foundation ($3,500) and Marine Mamal Stranding Center ($3,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 92% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc?
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc reported $42K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $365K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $893 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including a university, animal welfare groups, a food bank, a rescue mission, a retreat house, a veterans service organization, and a volunteer fire company. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it 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 Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-2415209. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does The Sean & Cathy Hanlon Foundation Inc 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
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 7, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 17, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 22, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 6, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 25, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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