Waffle House Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Waffle House Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Norcross, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $288,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$288,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$185,312
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2024 was down from $321,600 the year before.
90% of its 2024 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 | $255,000 | 32 | $221,263 |
| 2023 | $321,600 | 39 | $199,192 |
| 2024 | $288,000 | 29 | $185,312 |
How to apply
| Contact | Kari Hiers 5986 Financial Dr, Norcross, GA 30071 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (770) 729-5700, karihiers@wafflehouse.com |
| What to submit | Requests should include a letter and any available program materials |
| Deadlines | There is no deadline for charitable contribution requests. |
| Restrictions | Awards are determined on a case by case basis. Preference is given to metro atlanta organizations. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Waffle House Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 28 | $268,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian City | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Operation Warm | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Catalyst Sports | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Must Ministries | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Lighthouse Family Retreat | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Angel Flight | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Songs for Kids Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Agape Youth and Family Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Breakthrough Atlanta | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Mission | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Standup for Kids | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Homestretch | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Sunshine on A Ranney Day | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Auditory Verbal Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| North Metro Miracle League | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Intown Cares | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Hirsh Academy | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Eagles Ranch | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Outreach in Action | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Everybody Wins Atlanta | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Georgia Council on Economic Education | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Willie Watkins Funeral Home | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Thrive Together | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Georgia Lions Lighthouse | Charitable | $500 |
| Ga Alliance for Breast Cancer | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kari Hiers
- Terra Tanner
Questions people ask
Does Waffle House Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There is no deadline for charitable contribution requests..
How much does Waffle House Foundation Inc give?
$288,000 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Waffle House Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Kari Hiers (President) and Terra Tanner (Vice President).
What does Waffle House Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and education.