Harden Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harden Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pelham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,200 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $13,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$15,200
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$223,117
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,400 | 3 | $219,329 |
| 2024 | $13,500 | 3 | $212,326 |
| 2025 | $15,200 | 3 | $223,117 |
How to apply
Harden Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Harden Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $13,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food for Our Journey | To support the charity and its organizational purposes. | $13,000 |
| Focus | To support the charity and its organizational purposes. | $2,000 |
| Franciscan University of Steubenville | To support the charity and its organizational purposes. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Harold B Kushner
- D O Harden
- Gertrude Harden
Questions people ask
Does Harden Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harden Family Foundation give?
$15,200 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Harden Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harold B Kushner (Director), D O Harden (President & Director) and Gertrude Harden (Sec. Treasurer & Director).
What does Harden Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and education.