Herbert H McAdams II Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert H McAdams II Foundation is a private foundation in Sheridan, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $288,628 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$288,628
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$9.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $208,490 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 | $302,760 | 6 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $208,490 | 6 | $7.9 million |
| 2025 | $288,628 | 6 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
Herbert H McAdams II 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 Herbert H McAdams II Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 4 | $173,628 |
| Texas | 2 | $115,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Food Bank | Pre-selected by foundation | $85,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Pre-selected by foundation | $85,000 |
| East Union Baptist Church | Pre-selected by foundation | $50,000 |
| Uvalde Methodist Church | Pre-selected by foundation | $30,000 |
| Little Rock Compassion Center | Pre-selected by foundation | $30,000 |
| Carelink | Pre-selected by foundation | $8,628 |
Officers and trustees
- Shelia W McAdams
- Kara M Kratzer
- Anne McAdams Dyke
- Nicole M Groth
Questions people ask
Does Herbert H McAdams II Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert H McAdams II Foundation give?
$288,628 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Herbert H McAdams II Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shelia W McAdams (Trustee), Kara M Kratzer (Trustee), Anne McAdams Dyke (Trustee) and Nicole M Groth (Trustee).
What does Herbert H McAdams II Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and faith communities.