Heller Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Heller Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carlsbad, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $221,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$221,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $212,210 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $190,000 | 5 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $212,210 | 6 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $221,500 | 5 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Heller 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $221,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lucky Duck Foundation | General use | $120,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General use | $56,500 |
| North County LBGTQ Resourse | General use | $30,000 |
| University of the Pacific | General use | $10,000 |
| Be Well Therapy (Yoga for Cancer) | General use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel H Miller
- Stephen Heller
Questions people ask
Does Heller Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Heller Family Foundation give?
$221,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Heller Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rachel H Miller (Sec) and Stephen Heller (President).