Hester Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hester Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $600,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $319,756 | 8 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 3 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $600,000 | 3 | $6.6 million |
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
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $200,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sage Ridge School | Educational | $200,000 |
| Stanford University | Educational | $200,000 |
| The Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation | Healing services and education | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter F Hester III
- Rachel Anne Hester
- Frank Burkhead Wyatt II
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?
$600,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Hester Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter F Hester III (Director), Rachel Anne Hester (Director) and Frank Burkhead Wyatt II (Director).
What does Hester Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.