Iherb Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Iherb Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $240,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$240,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$200,455
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
14% 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 | $1.2 million | 6 | $141,084 |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 7 | $228,406 |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 7 | $200,455 |
How to apply
Iherb Charitable 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
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $1.1 million |
| California | 3 | $786,872 |
| New York | 1 | $240,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $110,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Omprakash Foundation | General operating support | $1.1 million |
| Einstrong Foundation | General operating support | $534,872 |
| Cambodian Children's Fund | General operating support | $240,000 |
| Healthcorps | General operating support | $240,000 |
| American Botanical Council | General operating support | $110,000 |
| Emergency Assistance Foundation | General operating support | $45,000 |
| Savong Foundation | General operating support | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Reza Faraee
- Emun Zabihi
- Michael D Cody
- Clarice Hovsepian
Questions people ask
Does Iherb Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Iherb Charitable Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $240,000.
Who runs Iherb Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Reza Faraee (Chairperson/Ceo), Emun Zabihi (President), Michael D Cody (Treasurer/Cfo) and Clarice Hovsepian (Secretary).