Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Goleta, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$500,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $500,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $455,000 | 11 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $500,000 | 11 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $500,500 | 11 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Kenneth Heinz 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 Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $115,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $115,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $65,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $64,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $46,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General | $75,000 |
| Mount Hermon Association | General | $65,000 |
| Dallas Theological Seminary | General | $64,500 |
| Walk Thru the Bible Ministries | General | $60,000 |
| Haggai Institute | General | $55,000 |
| Jews for Jesus | General | $50,000 |
| Kids Across America | General | $46,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General | $35,000 |
| Family Research Council | General | $30,000 |
| American Family Association | General | $10,000 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alesha Haddox
- Scott Heinz
- Cheri Heinz
- Wendy Davis
- Kimberly Faraudo
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation give?
$500,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alesha Haddox (Director), Scott Heinz (President), Cheri Heinz (Secretary) and Wendy Davis (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kenneth Heinz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.