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Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Helping Hand Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with nonprofits through an invitation-only engagement model. As it does not accept unsolicited proposals, potential grantees are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with the foundation. In 2025, the foundation paid a total of $915.7K across 18 grantees, emphasizing its commitment to strategic partnerships.

Total Funding Given
$915.7K
2025
Grantees funded
18
Multi-year grantees
61%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
28
Median 1st year grant
$28.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
M
Mark Games
Board Member
C
Chad Kuhns
Board Member
E
Eric Freitag
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HELPING HAND FOUNDATION?
No. HELPING HAND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HELPING HAND FOUNDATION give?
HELPING HAND FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in West Virginia, Montana, and Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HELPING HAND FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HELPING HAND FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $29 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HELPING HAND FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, HELPING HAND FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $916 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HELPING HAND FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, HELPING HAND FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include FAMILY SERVICE - UPPER OHIO VALLEY INC, LIFE HUB INC, and THE GREATER WHEELING COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HELPING HAND FOUNDATION?
HELPING HAND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.