Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation is a private foundation in Fountain Hills, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $431,040 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$431,040
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was down from $458,000 the year before.
16% 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 | $400,251 | 28 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $458,000 | 52 | $8.7 million |
| 2025 | $431,040 | 51 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
Terry J & Susan K Hanson 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 Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 3 | $122,500 |
| Nevada | 9 | $44,500 |
| Illinois | 7 | $44,500 |
| California | 8 | $41,500 |
| Arizona | 5 | $38,000 |
| Utah | 5 | $37,540 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $22,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $17,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ndsu Foundation and Alumni Association | Charitable | $105,000 |
| Olympia Companies Charitable Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Sanford Health Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Charitable | $21,500 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Kids First at Sunset View Elementary | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable | $15,000 |
| St Paul Newman Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Park City Education Foundation | Charitable | $13,040 |
| Rowland Hall | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Naperville Responds for Veterans | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church | Charitable | $10,000 |
| San Diego Unified School District | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Simon Keith Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Scottsdale Bible Church | Charitable | $7,000 |
| All Souls' Episcopal Church | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Arizona Musicfest | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Extended Hands Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ministerios El Salvador | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Park City Community Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Park City Soccer Club | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Service Organizations | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of San Diego | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Epicurean Charitable Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Heifer International | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Naperville North High School | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Naperville Area Humane Society | Charitbale | $3,000 |
| Independent Council on Women's Sports | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Otter Tail County Cola | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Nuzzles & Co Pet Rescue and Adoption | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Station Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Bishop Gorman High School | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Feed the need illinois program | $2,000 |
| Hesed House | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Students Without Limits | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Episcopal Diocese of San Diego | Charitable | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Terry Hanson
- Susan Hanson
- Kirsten Hanson Garcia
- Kevin Hanson
- Ryan Hanson
- Derrek Hanson
Questions people ask
Does Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation give?
$431,040 in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Terry Hanson (President), Susan Hanson (Treasurer), Kirsten Hanson Garcia (Secretary) and Kevin Hanson (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Terry J & Susan K Hanson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.