The Heckscher Foundation for Children
New York, New York · EIN 131820170 · Private foundation
The Heckscher Foundation for Children is a New York-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $14.7M in giving and $397.2M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 412 grants for The Heckscher Foundation for Children. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Heckscher Foundation for Children funds
The Heckscher Foundation for Children's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, community improvement, disability services, economic development, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, disabled, low-income communities, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Rising WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT | New York, NY | $1.0M | 2022 |
| Merit America WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT | New York, NY | $900K | 2022 |
| Central Park Conservacy PLAYGROUND RESTORATION | New York, NY | $750K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Heckscher Foundation for Children
The Heckscher Foundation for Children's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Heckscher Foundation for Children
- Does The Heckscher Foundation for Children accept grant applications?
- The Heckscher Foundation for Children's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Heckscher Foundation for Children fund?
- The Heckscher Foundation for Children's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Arbor Rising, Merit America, Central Park Conservacy. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Heckscher Foundation for Children give in grants?
- The Heckscher Foundation for Children's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $14.7M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $48.3M over 412 grants.
- Where is The Heckscher Foundation for Children located?
- The Heckscher Foundation for Children is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 131820170.
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