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Hughes Charitable Foundation is a private corporation based in JACKSON, WY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2021. The principal officer is Molly Cooney Hughes. It holds total assets of $6.3M. Annual income is reported at $20.1M. Total assets have grown from N/A in 2020 to $2.5M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Wyoming. According to available records, Hughes Charitable Foundation has made 56 grants totaling $7.7M, with a median grant of $48K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $1M, with an average award of $138K. The foundation has supported 56 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Wyoming and Hawaii. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$48K
Average Grant
$138K
Largest Grant
$1M
Based on 56 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Hughes Charitable Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 56 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WY, HI.
Hughes Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $7.7M across 56 grants. The median grant size is $48K, with an average of $138K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $1M.
Hughes Charitable Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Hughes Charitable Foundation is headquartered in JACKSON, WY. While based in WY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly Hughes | President | $130K | $0 | $130K |
| James Gersack | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bradley Wayne Hughes Jr | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Liz Brimmer | Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kristen Vieh Crago | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Marilyn Kite | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$7.5M
Total Assets
$2.5M
Fair Market Value
$2.5M
Net Worth
N/A
Grants Paid
$7.2M
Contributions
$9.7M
Net Investment Income
$69K
Distribution Amount
$160K
Total Grants
56
Total Giving
$7.7M
Average Grant
$138K
Median Grant
$48K
Unique Recipients
56
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| John P Ellbogen FoundationWe the People Initiative | Casper, WY | $15K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Nonprofit NetworkWyogives Matching Challenge | Cheyenne, WY | $1M | 2022 |
| Pilot Hill IncSupport access to open space | Laramie, WY | $800K | 2022 |
| Teton Youth & Family ServicesRestricted: Building Brighter Futures Campaign, multi-year gift | Jackson, WY | $667K | 2022 |
| Jackson Hole Community Housing TrustSupport for the pursuit and development of affordable housing | Jackson, WY | $600K | 2022 |
| Unaccompanied Students InitiativeConditional Challenge Grant to assist homeless youth | Cheyenne, WY | $500K | 2022 |
| Cathedral Home For ChildrenContribution for Mental Health Support for Youth & Families | Laramie, WY | $480K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Family Homeownership Dba My Front DoorSupport for first time homeowners | Cheyenne, WY | $410K | 2022 |
| Youth Emergency ServicesSupport for Treatment Services for At-Risk Youth - Multi-year gift | Gillette, WY | $333K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Governor'S Residence FoundationRestricted: Beta Sites, Grocery Replenishment, Food from the Farm and Ranch Project & WyoGives Matching Challenge | Cheyenne, WY | $285K | 2022 |
| Action Resources Internationalfeeding Laramie ValleyRestricted: Capital Upgrades & Wages, Fringe Benefits for Staff | Laramie, WY | $250K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Rescue MissionSupport for homeless families | Casper, WY | $250K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Community FoundationRestricted: Building advocacy capacity for Wyoming Women's Foundation | Laramie, WY | $233K | 2022 |
| Wyoming PathwaysSupport to encourage people-powered recreation opportunities - multi-year grant | Lander, WY | $150K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Pbs FoundationRestricted: "A State of Mind" Docuseries | Riverton, WY | $150K | 2022 |
| Slow Food In The TetonsRestricted: Healthy Food Access and Farmer Support | Jackson, WY | $130K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Association Of Nonprofit OrganizationsSupport for Nonprofit Capacity Building | Cheyenne, WY | $120K | 2022 |
| Maker Space 307Restricted: Woxhooxeibii horseback rides for suicide prevention | Riverton, WY | $118K | 2022 |
| Ho' Ola Na PuaRestricted: Care for at risk and sexually exploited children and youth | Honolulu, HI | $100K | 2022 |
| Western States Learning CorporationRestricted: Ace Interface | Cheyenne, WY | $100K | 2022 |
| The Food Group IncRestricted: Direct Food Cost Assistance | Sheridan, WY | $100K | 2022 |
| ClimbContributions for Wyoming Low-Income Single Mother Families - multi-year gift | Cheyenne, WY | $100K | 2022 |
| Women'S Self Help CenterSupport for Violence Prevention & Crisis Intervention | Evansville, WY | $80K | 2022 |
| Mother Seton HouseRestricted: Staff salaries | Casper, WY | $57K | 2022 |
| Grace For 2 Brothers FoundationRestricted: Case Manager/Trainee Position | Cheyenne, WY | $51K | 2022 |
| Youth Crisis Center IncSupport for At-Risk Youth | Casper, WY | $50K | 2022 |
| Off Square TheatreRestricted: The Youth Theatre Arts Program | Jackson, WY | $50K | 2022 |
| Wyoming 4-H FoundationRestricted: Equal Opportunity Program - multi-year gift | Laramie, WY | $50K | 2022 |
| Lander Community FoundationRestricted: Build and Sustain a Strong and Vibrant Lander - multi-year grant | Lander, WY | $50K | 2022 |
| Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange#loveyourneighbor Challenge | Sheridan, WY | $46K | 2022 |
| Chaps Equine Assisted ServicesRestricted: Equine Services for Heroes - multi-year gift | Sheridan, WY | $45K | 2022 |
| GapDonation for matching challenge | Jackson, WY | $42K | 2022 |
| First Hunt FoundationContribution to provide education & training for new hunters - multi-year gift | Meeteetse, WY | $35K | 2022 |
| St Joseph Childrens HomeProvide continuing education support for staff members | Torrington, WY | $30K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Association Of Skills UsaRestricted: CEO Contract Salary Increase - multi-year gift | Cheyenne, WY | $30K | 2022 |
| Nami SheridanRestricted: Community Awareness Campaign | Sheridan, WY | $30K | 2022 |
| Hole Food RescueRestricted: Sprout Weekend Food Bags | Jackson, WY | $26K | 2022 |
| Buffalo Bill Center Of The WestRestricted: Upgrade critical systems & Fulfill National Endowment for the Humanities | Cody, WY | $25K | 2022 |
| Edible Prairie ProjectRestricted: Provide Quality Local Protein subscriptions for underserved families | Gillette, WY | $25K | 2022 |
| Cheyenne Frontier Days FoundationCharitable Donation | Cheyenne, WY | $15K | 2022 |
| Riverton Ice Hockey AssociationRestricted: Custom Ice Portable Feasibility Study | Riverton, WY | $15K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Business AllianceSupport for the Governor's Business Forum | Cheyenne, WY | $10K | 2022 |
| Becoming Jackson WholeCharitable Contribution for the Dan Harris Program | Jackson, WY | $10K | 2022 |
| Lander PresentsCharitable Donation | Lander, WY | $10K | 2022 |
| Teton County FairCharitable Donation | Jackson, WY | $9K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Women'S FoundationSupport for Wyoming women and girls | Laramie, WY | $8K | 2022 |
| WomentumCharitable Contribution for Leadership Event | Jackson, WY | $5K | 2022 |
| Leadership WyomingBrio Program | Casper, WY | $5K | 2022 |
| Wyoming Amateur Hockey AssociationCasper Tournament 2022 | Casper, WY | $3K | 2022 |
| Jackson Youth HockeyState Hockey Fund 2022 | Jackson, WY | $3K | 2022 |