The Herbster Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Herbster Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,600 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$34,600
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$780,003
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $31,000 | 18 | $734,400 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 15 | $769,924 |
| 2025 | $34,600 | 15 | $780,003 |
How to apply
The Herbster 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Herbster Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 3 | $13,100 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $11,000 |
| California | 3 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Honorhealth Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Mecklenburg County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Appalachian State University Fdn | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Foothills Animal Rescue | Charitable | $2,600 |
| American Transparency | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Public Interest Legal Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Youth Challenge of Connecticut | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Mikeroweworks Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Cambodian Children's Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lowe's Employee Relief Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Central Piedmont Community College | Charitable | $500 |
| The Goldwater Institute | Charitable | $500 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Herbster
- Barry F Herbster
- Stacey L Herbster
- Bradley J Herbster
- Laura J Herbster
Questions people ask
Does The Herbster Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herbster Family Foundation give?
$34,600 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Herbster Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Herbster (President/Tr), Barry F Herbster (Director), Stacey L Herbster (Director) and Bradley J Herbster (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Herbster Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.