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    David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation

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    Baltimore, MDWebsite4103477114

    About David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation

    The David and Barbara B. Hirschhorn Foundation makes grants to improve the lives of families and children and cultivate a level playing field through expanding educational opportunity and addressing human needs.

    Focus Areas

    EducationLiteracySummer campingSummer learningHuman servicesChildren and youthSeniorsFamily strengtheningIntergroup relationsFaith-based cooperationRacial and ethnic relations

    Who They Fund

    Baltimore City children and youth (including disadvantaged children)seniors / older adults in the community

    About David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation

    A recurring thread in David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation Inc’s recent grants is multi-year support for institutions in Baltimore, especially The Park School and Beth Tfiloh Congregation, each receiving the same large commitment in 2023, 2024, and 2025. That pattern points to a funder that favors sustained relationships rather than one-off checks. The foundation is part of the Blaustein Philanthropic Group and gives across social justice, education, health, environment, and Jewish community priorities, with a particular emphasis on the Baltimore metropolitan area and Maryland. Its grants also reach beyond the city to statewide, national, and selected out-of-state organizations. Recent examples show a mix of campaign support, general operating support, capital support, and program support. In Baltimore, it backed LifeBridge Health for the Center for Hope and Art with a Heart for general support, while also supporting civic and interfaith work through organizations such as the Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies Inc and Interfaith America. The foundation also funds Jewish communal and Israel-related work, including Chai Lifeline, the American Jewish Committee’s Project Interchange, and the Yiddish Book Center.

    What David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation Funds

    Education appears in several forms. The Park School received $240,000 in each of 2023, 2024, and 2025 for The Promise of Park campaign, while the Literacy Assistance Center Inc received $45,000 in 2023, 2024, and 2025 for general support. Jewish community grantmaking is also visible through Beth Tfiloh Congregation’s Centennial Campaign and the Yiddish Book Center’s Tsukunft-The Future endowment campaign. In health and social services, LifeBridge Health received $50,000 in 2023, 2024, and 2025 for capital support for the Center for Hope, and Music & Memory received $50,000 in 2023 for general support. Civic engagement and interfaith work show up through Interfaith America’s general support and Witness’s general support. The foundation also supports justice leadership, as shown by the Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies Inc’s Justice Leaders Fellowship program.

    How David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation Gives

    Typical grants cluster tightly around a modest institutional range: p25 is $10,000, median is $15,000, and p75 is $20,000. The recent-grants list also shows that the foundation makes repeated awards to the same organizations across multiple years, especially for campaign, capital, and general operating support. It is a regular funder, not a DAF, and it funds individuals. The active program description says it accepts unsolicited requests, and the grant record shows a mix of unrestricted, programmatic, capital, endowment, and campaign support rather than a single grant type.

    Financial Snapshot

    Annual Giving

    $3.1M

    Total Assets

    $36.2M

    Total Revenue

    $2.7M

    Total Expenses

    $3.6M

    Typical Grant Size

    Most grants fall between $10K and $20K, with a median of $15K.

    25th Percentile

    $10K

    Median

    $15K

    75th Percentile

    $20K

    Geographic Reach

    Regional16 states funded
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    summer learning & enrichment programs (e.g., Freedom Schools, Springboard Summer, Summer Arts & Learning)early literacy tutoring in public schoolssenior supportive services and aging-in-place (move management, clutter/hoarding programs, tech hub, long-term care assistance)higher education access and internship programs (including Israel internships, college access)housing stability & rapid rehousingcivic engagement and voter protection initiativesmental health campaign support

    Where David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation Makes Grants

    Grantmaking is concentrated in Maryland, where 59% of grants go and where the top grant-count state is also located. Baltimore is the clearest hub: recipient organizations there include The Park School, Beth Tfiloh Congregation, LifeBridge Health, Art with a Heart Inc, the Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies Inc, and The Associated Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore Inc. The foundation also makes a steady number of awards outside Maryland, including New York City organizations such as Chai Lifeline, The American Jewish Committee, Literacy Assistance Center Inc, and Witness. Other recent recipients include Chicago’s Interfaith America, Amherst’s Yiddish Book Center, and Mineola’s Music & Memory.

    Frequently Asked Questions About David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation

    What kinds of organizations does David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation Inc support?

    The foundation supports organizations working on social justice, equality of opportunity, education, health, environment, Jewish community, and Israel-related priorities. Recent grants include school campaign support, health capital support, interfaith and civic engagement work, and Jewish communal institutions.

    Does the foundation make repeated grants to the same organizations?

    Yes. Several recipients appear in multiple years, including The Park School in 2023, 2024, and 2025; Beth Tfiloh Congregation in those same three years; and LifeBridge Health, the Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies Inc, and Art with a Heart Inc across multiple years.

    What is the typical grant size?

    The grant-size distribution is fairly tight: p25 is $10,000, median is $15,000, and p75 is $20,000. The recent-grants list also includes larger multi-year commitments such as $240,000 awards and $150,000 awards for campaign support.

    Can organizations submit unsolicited requests?

    Yes. The active general grantmaking program says it accepts unsolicited requests, and the foundation is described as providing grants to nonprofit organizations addressing social, environmental, health, and educational challenges.

    Where does the foundation give most often?

    Maryland is the main focus area by grant count, with 59% of grants going to recipients in the HQ state. Baltimore organizations make up much of that activity, alongside a smaller set of grants to recipients in New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts.

    Latest 990 Filing

    2025

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2025.

    Open Grant Opportunities

    Current and upcoming funding from David & Barbara B Hirschhorn Foundation that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.

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    Education and Literacy

    Adult literacyFamily literacyChildren's literacy+3 more

    Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, or organizations using an eligible fiscal sponsor or agent. The program focuses on efforts in the Baltimore region. The Foundation generally does not support individual public, parochial, or independent schools, individuals, unsolicited academic, scientific, or medical research, fundraising campaigns or events, or most capital grants.

    Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Materials are acknowledged within three weeks; final determinations may take up to six months.

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    Open nowRolling / open intake

    Summer Camping and Summer Learning

    Summer campingSummer learningYouth enrichment+2 more

    Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, or organizations using an eligible fiscal sponsor or agent. The program primarily focuses on the Baltimore region, but exceptional programs outside the region serving children from Baltimore may be considered. Individuals, unsolicited academic, scientific, or medical research, fundraising campaigns or events, and most capital requests are not supported.

    Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Materials are acknowledged within three weeks.

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    Open nowRolling / open intake

    Human Services

    Human servicesChild welfareYouth homelessness+5 more

    Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, or organizations using an eligible fiscal sponsor or agent. The program focuses on efforts in the Baltimore region. Grants generally support general operations or programs rather than capital needs. Individuals, unsolicited academic, scientific, or medical research, fundraising campaigns or events, and most capital requests are not supported.

    Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Materials are acknowledged within three weeks; final decisions may take up to six months.

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    Open nowRolling / open intake

    Intergroup Relations

    Interfaith relationsRacial and ethnic relationsTolerance and understanding+3 more

    Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, or organizations using an eligible fiscal sponsor or agent. Programs may operate across the United States, with preference for efforts connected to the Baltimore region. Individuals, unsolicited academic, scientific, or medical research, fundraising campaigns or events, and most capital requests are not supported.

    Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Materials are acknowledged within three weeks; final decisions may take up to six months.

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    Open nowRolling / open intake

    David & Barbara B. Hirschhorn Foundation — General Grantmaking

    Educational opportunityHuman needsFamilies+2 more

    Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations whose work fits one or more of the foundation's four program areas may inquire. The foundation funds primarily in the Baltimore metropolitan area, while Intergroup Relations programs may work across the United States with preference for Baltimore-connected efforts.

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    Recent Grants

    Most recent grants reported to the IRS.

    RecipientLocationAmountYearPurpose
    The Park SchoolBaltimore, MD$240,0002025support for The Promise of Park campaign
    Beth Tfiloh CongregationBaltimore, MD$150,0002025support for the Centennial Campaign
    Pikesville Armory FoundationStevenson, MD$125,0002025general support
    Chai LifelineNew York, NY$100,0002025support for the Teen Division
    The American Jewish CommitteeNew York, NY$75,0002025general support for Project Interchange
    Yiddish Book CenterAmherst, MA$72,0002025support for the 'Tsukunft-The Future' endowment campaign
    Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies IncBaltimore, MD$50,0002025general support
    LifeBridge HealthBaltimore, MD$50,0002025capital support for the Center for Hope
    Art with a Heart IncBaltimore, MD$50,0002025general support
    Interfaith AmericaChicago, IL$50,0002025general support
    Literacy Assistance Center IncNew York, NY$45,0002025general support
    WITNESSNew York, NY$42,5002025general support
    American Jewish World ServiceNew York, NY$40,0002025general support
    Maryland Food Bank IncBaltimore, MD$40,0002025general support
    Springboard CollaborativePhiladelphia, PA$35,0002025support for Springboard Summer in Baltimore
    Arts for Learning MarylandBaltimore, MD$35,0002025support for the Summer Arts & Learning Academy
    Music & MemoryMineola, NY$35,0002025general support
    Chapter OneOdessa, FL$30,0002025support for early literacy tutoring in Baltimore City Public Schools
    Sisterhood of Salaam ShalomBala Cynwyd, PA$30,0002025general support
    Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland IncBaltimore, MD$30,0002025general support
    Abilities NetworkTowson, MD$30,0002025support for the Senior Move Management Program and support for the Clutter Management Program
    Maryland Book BankBaltimore, MD$30,0002025general support
    Enoch Pratt Free Library of Baltimore CityBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support for the Career Online High School
    imadiSilver Spring, MD$25,0002025general support
    Connecticut CollegeNew London, CT$25,0002025support for the Elizabeth B. and Arthur E. Roswell Endowment for Hillel
    Connecticut CollegeNew London, CT$25,0002025support for the annual fund
    Legal Aid Bureau IncBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support for the Long Term Care Assistance Project
    Southwest Sports and Fitness AllianceBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support to renovate and re-open the Poppleton Recreation Center
    Protect Democracy ProjectWashington, DC$25,0002025general support
    Elijah Cummings Youth Program in Israel IncBaltimore, MD$25,0002025general support
    Moveable FeastBaltimore, MD$25,0002025general support
    National Council of Jewish WomenWashington, DC$25,0002025support for efforts to promote and protect the vote
    Fund for Educational ExcellenceBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support for the Middle Grades Partnership
    Elev8 BaltimoreBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support for the Freedom Schools Summer program
    Shoresh IncBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support for scholarships to enable disadvantaged children to attend camp
    Common Cause Education FundWashington, DC$25,0002025general support
    Community Assistance Network IncBaltimore, MD$25,0002025general support
    League of Women Voters Education FundWashington, DC$25,0002025general support
    American Friends of Meir Panim IncBrooklyn, NY$25,0002025general support
    Bridges BaltimoreBaltimore, MD$25,0002025general support
    Farm & Wilderness Foundation IncPlymouth, VT$25,0002025support for the Affordable for All initiative
    Edward A Myerberg Senior Center IncBaltimore, MD$25,0002025support for the Tech-Knowledge Hub
    The Park SchoolBaltimore, MD$21,0002025general support
    Har Sinai - Oheb Shalom CongregationBaltimore, MD$21,0002025annual support
    Safe Alternative Foundation for EducationBaltimore, MD$20,0002025support for the SAFE Summer Camp
    St Ambrose Housing Aid CenterBaltimore, MD$20,0002025support for the Homesharing Program
    Chizuk Amuno CongregationBaltimore, MD$20,0002025support for the Krieger Schechter Day School 8th grade Hebrew language theatre production
    Pro Bono CounselingBaltimore, MD$20,0002025support for the Mental Health WARMline
    GreenLight FundBoston, MA$20,0002025support for GreenLight Baltimore
    Govans Ecumenical Development CorporationBaltimore, MD$20,0002025support for the Older Adults Services program

    The Park School

    $240,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for The Promise of Park campaign

    Beth Tfiloh Congregation

    $150,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Centennial Campaign

    Pikesville Armory Foundation

    $125,000
    Stevenson, MD2025

    general support

    Chai Lifeline

    $100,000
    New York, NY2025

    support for the Teen Division

    The American Jewish Committee

    $75,000
    New York, NY2025

    general support for Project Interchange

    Yiddish Book Center

    $72,000
    Amherst, MA2025

    support for the 'Tsukunft-The Future' endowment campaign

    Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies Inc

    $50,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    LifeBridge Health

    $50,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    capital support for the Center for Hope

    Art with a Heart Inc

    $50,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Interfaith America

    $50,000
    Chicago, IL2025

    general support

    Literacy Assistance Center Inc

    $45,000
    New York, NY2025

    general support

    WITNESS

    $42,500
    New York, NY2025

    general support

    American Jewish World Service

    $40,000
    New York, NY2025

    general support

    Maryland Food Bank Inc

    $40,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Springboard Collaborative

    $35,000
    Philadelphia, PA2025

    support for Springboard Summer in Baltimore

    Arts for Learning Maryland

    $35,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Summer Arts & Learning Academy

    Music & Memory

    $35,000
    Mineola, NY2025

    general support

    Chapter One

    $30,000
    Odessa, FL2025

    support for early literacy tutoring in Baltimore City Public Schools

    Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom

    $30,000
    Bala Cynwyd, PA2025

    general support

    Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland Inc

    $30,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Abilities Network

    $30,000
    Towson, MD2025

    support for the Senior Move Management Program and support for the Clutter Management Program

    Maryland Book Bank

    $30,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Enoch Pratt Free Library of Baltimore City

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Career Online High School

    imadi

    $25,000
    Silver Spring, MD2025

    general support

    Connecticut College

    $25,000
    New London, CT2025

    support for the Elizabeth B. and Arthur E. Roswell Endowment for Hillel

    Connecticut College

    $25,000
    New London, CT2025

    support for the annual fund

    Legal Aid Bureau Inc

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Long Term Care Assistance Project

    Southwest Sports and Fitness Alliance

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support to renovate and re-open the Poppleton Recreation Center

    Protect Democracy Project

    $25,000
    Washington, DC2025

    general support

    Elijah Cummings Youth Program in Israel Inc

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Moveable Feast

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    National Council of Jewish Women

    $25,000
    Washington, DC2025

    support for efforts to promote and protect the vote

    Fund for Educational Excellence

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Middle Grades Partnership

    Elev8 Baltimore

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Freedom Schools Summer program

    Shoresh Inc

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for scholarships to enable disadvantaged children to attend camp

    Common Cause Education Fund

    $25,000
    Washington, DC2025

    general support

    Community Assistance Network Inc

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    League of Women Voters Education Fund

    $25,000
    Washington, DC2025

    general support

    American Friends of Meir Panim Inc

    $25,000
    Brooklyn, NY2025

    general support

    Bridges Baltimore

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Farm & Wilderness Foundation Inc

    $25,000
    Plymouth, VT2025

    support for the Affordable for All initiative

    Edward A Myerberg Senior Center Inc

    $25,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Tech-Knowledge Hub

    The Park School

    $21,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    general support

    Har Sinai - Oheb Shalom Congregation

    $21,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    annual support

    Safe Alternative Foundation for Education

    $20,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the SAFE Summer Camp

    St Ambrose Housing Aid Center

    $20,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Homesharing Program

    Chizuk Amuno Congregation

    $20,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Krieger Schechter Day School 8th grade Hebrew language theatre production

    Pro Bono Counseling

    $20,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Mental Health WARMline

    GreenLight Fund

    $20,000
    Boston, MA2025

    support for GreenLight Baltimore

    Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation

    $20,000
    Baltimore, MD2025

    support for the Older Adults Services program