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The Hussman Foundation is a private trust based in LITTLE ROCK, AR. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1985. The principal officer is Paul Abraham. It holds total assets of $10.8M. Annual income is reported at $2.1M. Total assets have grown from $6.8M in 2011 to $10.8M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Arkansas. According to available records, The Hussman Foundation has made 167 grants totaling $1.9M, with a median grant of $3K. The foundation has distributed between $498K and $909K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $909K distributed across 86 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $200K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 82 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Arkansas, Virginia, District of Columbia, which account for 90% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$14K
Largest Grant
$200K
Based on 39 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.
The Hussman Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 167 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AR, VA, DC.
The Hussman Foundation has distributed a total of $1.9M across 167 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $200K.
The Hussman Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. Preference is given to education purposes and organizations.
The Hussman Foundation is headquartered in LITTLE ROCK, AR. While based in AR, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Tucker | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Palmer Hussman | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Eliza Gaines | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Olivia Ramsey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Walter Hussman Jr | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Robena Hussman | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$10.8M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$10.8M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
167
Total Giving
$1.9M
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
82
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our HouseGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $3K | 2023 |
| Arkansas Community FoundationGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $100K | 2023 |
| Lr Advertising Information CommissionGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $50K | 2023 |
| Fallen Journalists Memorial FoundationGeneral Support | Vienna, VA | $50K | 2023 |
| Arkansas Museum Of Fine ArtsGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $50K | 2023 |
| The Muses IncGeneral Support | Hot Springs, AR | $40K | 2023 |
| Equitable Facilities FundGeneral Support | New York City, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Hoover InstitutionGeneral Support | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| Park Endowment FundGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $20K | 2023 |
| University Of Arkansas For Medical SciencesGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $20K | 2023 |
| Access GroupGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $14K | 2023 |
| United States Marshall MuseumGeneral Support | Fort Smith, AR | $10K | 2023 |
| Gladney Center For AdoptionGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $10K | 2023 |
| Metrock- Lr ChamberGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $10K | 2023 |
| University Of Arkansas Law SchoolGeneral Support | Fayetteville, AR | $10K | 2023 |
| Chi St VincentGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $10K | 2023 |
| Pathway To FreedomGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $5K | 2023 |
| Steadman PhilipponGeneral Support | Vail, CO | $5K | 2023 |
| Philander SmithGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $5K | 2023 |
| Quapaw Area CouncilGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $3K | 2023 |
| Baptist Health FoundationGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $3K | 2023 |
| Easterseals ArkansasGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $3K | 2023 |
| ReadworksGeneral Support | Brooklyn, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Society Of Professional JournalistsGeneral Support | Indianapolis, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| Nature ConservancyGeneral Support | Arlington, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| Arkansas State Golf AssociationGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $2K | 2023 |
| Brandon Burlsworth FoundationGeneral Support | Harrison, AR | $2K | 2023 |
| World Services For The BlindGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $2K | 2023 |
| Junior Achievement Of ArkansasGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $2K | 2023 |
| Women'S Foundation Of Arkansas Power Of The PurseGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $2K | 2023 |
| Urban League Of State Of Ar Sherman TateGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Arkansas Children'S HospitalGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Sculpture At The River MarketGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Springboard Usa FoundationGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| University Of Arkansas David & Barbara Pryor CenterGeneral Support | Fayetteville, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Arkansas Repertory TheatreGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| University Of Mississippi School Of JournalismGeneral Support | University, MS | $1K | 2023 |
| Little Rock School DistrictGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Ballet ArkansasGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Arkansas Imagination LibraryGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Central ArGeneral Support | Little Rock, AR | $500 | 2023 |
| Institute For JusticeGeneral Support | Arlington, VA | $250 | 2023 |
| Arkansas Museum Of Fine Arts FoundationARTS | Little Rock, AR | $100K | 2022 |