The Heck Foundation
Accepts applications
The Heck Foundation is a private foundation in Guerneville, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $350,000 in 107 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$350,000
- Number of grants107
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $318,500 the year before.
5% of its 2024 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 | $318,500 | 115 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $350,000 | 107 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David C Faris 13250 River Rd, Guerneville, CA 95446-9593 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (707) 824-7225 |
| What to submit | Written applications including status as a non-profit |
What The Heck Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 104 | $342,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canine Companions | Disabilitydog training | $100,000 |
| Sonoma State Univ | Winebusinessprogram | $30,000 |
| SRJC Foundation | Educationprograms | $12,500 |
| Active 20-30 Club | Youthactivities | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum of Sonoma County | Youthmuseum | $10,000 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | Foodbank | $10,000 |
| Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation | Arteducation | $7,000 |
| Nations Finest | Veteranprograms | $6,000 |
| River to Coast Children's Services | Familyservices | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Santa Rosa | Humanservices | $5,000 |
| CDF Firefighters Benevolent | Familysupport | $5,000 |
| CHP 11-99 Foundation | Scholarshipassistance | $5,000 |
| Community Support Network | Housingprograms | $5,000 |
| Family Justice Center | Familycare | $5,000 |
| Food for Thought | Underpriviledgedmeals | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish | Youth healthservices | $5,000 |
| Polly Klass Foundation | Child abuseprevention | $5,000 |
| Santa Rosa Symphony Assoc | Musicenrichment | $5,000 |
| Scott Hamilton Cares Foundation | Cancerresearch | $5,000 |
| Sonoma County Fire District | Firesafety | $5,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul | Homelesssupport | $5,000 |
| West County Health Centers | Familyservices | $5,000 |
| Redwood Empire Boy Scout Council | Youthactivites | $3,500 |
| Farm Bureau Foundation | Agriculturaleducation | $2,500 |
| Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation | Riverrescue | $2,500 |
| Pacific Coast Air Museum | Aviationpreservation | $2,000 |
| Racers for Christ | Chaplainservices | $2,000 |
| Redwood Gospel Mission | Low incomeassistance | $2,000 |
| Sonoma Co Deputy Sherrifs' Assoc | Communitysafety | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Sonoma-Marin | Youthactivities | $1,500 |
| Free to Be | Teencounsuling | $1,500 |
| Russian River Rotary Foundation | Educationscholarships | $1,250 |
| Active 20-30 Club #1029 | Youthactivities | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Cancerresearch | $1,000 |
| Analy Alumni Assoc | Youthactivities | $1,000 |
| Anova | Autismeducation | $1,000 |
| Artstart | Education | $1,000 |
| Bay Area German Shepard Rescue | Animalrescue | $1,000 |
| Becoming Independent | Humanservices | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Sonoma Valley | Youthactivities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary B Heck
- David C Faris
- Daniel C Baker
Questions people ask
Does The Heck Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Heck Foundation give?
$350,000 in tax year 2024, across 107 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Heck Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary B Heck (Ceo/Director), David C Faris (Cfo/Director) and Daniel C Baker (Director).
What does The Heck Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, youth programs and education.