Institute for Humane Studies
Grantmaking foundation in Arlington, Virginia · EIN 94-1623852
- Virginia
- Arlington
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Virginia
- Total giving
- $4.2MTax year 2025
- Total assets
- $35MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
The Institute discovers, develops, and supports students, scholars, and other intellectuals who maintain the highest standard of academic excellence and who share an interest in the principles of the classical liberal tradition.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University Foundation | $170K | 2023 |
| Duke University | $130K | 2023 |
| New York University | $110K | 2023 |
| University of Wyoming | $58K | 2023 |
| University of Chicago | $50K | 2023 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.theihs.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.