The Roy A. Hunt Foundation was established to continue the philanthropic legacy of Roy A. Hunt, aiming to improve quality of life by supporting organizations through proposals invited by trustees and special initiatives. It values partnership quality, community impact, environmental stewardship, and promoting strong leadership and innovative ideas.
The grant program focuses on Community Development, the Environment, Youth Violence Prevention, and International Development. It offers initiative grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000. The program seeks proposals with clear, measurable objectives targeting economic development, neighborhood revitalization, and partnerships to benefit low-income and disadvantaged areas. It supports programs, projects, facilities, and public amenities, awarding 3-6 grants annually with amounts varying between $25,000 to $250,000, including multi-year grants on a selective basis. The foundation acts as early risk capital for ventures with a clear method for assessing risk and adapting strategies.