The Herschend Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Herschend Family Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $512,481 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $160,500. 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$512,481
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$160,500
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $606,620 the year before.
59% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $682,987 | 61 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $606,620 | 59 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $512,481 | 46 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Herschend 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 The Herschend Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Missouri. It also paid $49,981 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 25 | $333,500 |
| Georgia | 4 | $28,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arkansas | 5 | $19,750 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $7,200 |
| California | 2 | $5,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $4,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elevate Branson | Support | $160,500 |
| Nazareth Village | Support | $49,981 |
| Miracle of Nazareth International Foundation Inc | Support | $30,000 |
| Heart Support | Support | $25,000 |
| K-Life | Support | $25,000 |
| Special Operations Care Fund | Support | $20,000 |
| Younglife | Support | $20,000 |
| The Venues | Support | $15,000 |
| Harvesters Community Food | Support | $13,000 |
| 1st Presbyterian Church of Branson | Support | $12,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Support | $10,000 |
| John Brown University | Support | $10,000 |
| Ozark Mountain Legacy | Support | $10,000 |
| The Lodge Ministries | Support | $10,000 |
| Como Mobile Aid Collective | Support | $8,000 |
| Cornerstone International | Support | $7,200 |
| Lost & Found Grief Center | Support | $6,800 |
| Options Pregnancy Center | Support | $6,500 |
| Honor Flight of the Ozarks | Support | $6,000 |
| Circles NWA | Support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Support | $5,000 |
| Atlanta Youth Academy | Support | $5,000 |
| Greenwood Parents Association | Support | $5,000 |
| The Human Rights Campaign | Support | $5,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Support | $5,000 |
| Water Missions | Support | $4,050 |
| Hope Counseling Center | Support | $3,000 |
| HowToLife Movement | Support | $3,000 |
| Osage Arts Community | Support | $3,000 |
| The Food Bank for Central and North MO | Support | $3,000 |
| Least of These Food Pantry | Support | $2,500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Support | $2,000 |
| Veterans Memorial Gardens | Support | $2,000 |
| Street Grace | Support | $2,000 |
| Gift of Hope | Support | $1,700 |
| Hope International | Support | $1,500 |
| Bridge of Faith | Support | $1,500 |
| KC Pet Project | Support | $1,000 |
| Newborns in Need | Support | $1,000 |
| Branson School District | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley Herschend
- Jared Herschend
- Jim Herschend
- Tiffany Ingram
- Austin Herschend
- Bruce Herschend
- Jack Herschend
- Patrick Herschend
Questions people ask
Does The Herschend Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herschend Family Foundation give?
$512,481 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Herschend Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley Herschend (President), Jared Herschend (Treasurer), Jim Herschend (Vice President) and Tiffany Ingram (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Herschend Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and food and hunger.