Herak Foundation
Accepts applications
Herak Foundation is a private foundation in Priest Lake, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $299,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$299,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $38,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $37,000 | 9 | $319,400 |
| 2024 | $38,000 | 9 | $295,828 |
| 2025 | $299,000 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Donna Herak PO Box 921, Sandpoint, ID 83864 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (509) 838-5873 |
| What to submit | Written request regarding qualifications or need. |
| Restrictions | Family members of co-trustees are not eligible |
What Herak Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 6 | $263,000 |
| Idaho | 3 | $26,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University | Donation | $100,000 |
| Lady of Lourdes | Donation | $68,000 |
| Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame | Donation | $40,000 |
| Nazareth Guild | Donation | $40,000 |
| Priest Lake Food Bank | Donation | $20,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network Inc | Donation | $10,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Donation | $10,000 |
| St Anthony Catholic Church | Donation | $5,000 |
| St Blanche Church | Donation | $4,000 |
| University of Idaho | Donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc A Dorendorf
- Donna Herak
- Jerome P Herak
Questions people ask
Does Herak Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Herak Foundation give?
$299,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Herak Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc A Dorendorf (Trustee), Donna Herak (Trustee) and Jerome P Herak (Trustee).
What does Herak Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.