Hester Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hester Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,780 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$63,780
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$122,836
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,878 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $64,420 | 11 | $216,412 |
| 2024 | $60,878 | 11 | $185,200 |
| 2025 | $63,780 | 9 | $122,836 |
How to apply
Hester 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 Hester Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $63,780 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gnostic Institute | Support | $15,000 |
| Segerstrom Center for the Arts | Support | $12,780 |
| Hoover Institute | Support | $10,000 |
| Decorative Arts Society | Support | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central Oc | Support | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Tustin | Support | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics | Support | $5,000 |
| Corazon de Vida Foundation | Support | $3,500 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Hamilton
- Charlene Immell
- Marilyn Gianulias
Questions people ask
Does Hester Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hester Family Foundation give?
$63,780 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Hester Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet Hamilton (Director), Charlene Immell (Director) and Marilyn Gianulias (Director).
What does Hester Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.