Hardiek Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hardiek Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glenview, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,399 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$84,399
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $271,756 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $171,226 | 5 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $271,756 | 9 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $84,399 | 13 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Hardiek 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 Hardiek Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $63,399 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $12,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Home | General operations | $50,000 |
| Chicago Archdiocese | General operations | $10,000 |
| Hopecentral | General operations | $5,000 |
| Alleman High School | Auction item | $3,399 |
| Individual | Repair of home | $3,000 |
| Ballard Nature Center | General operations | $3,000 |
| Friendship Manor | General operations | $2,000 |
| Go Fund Me - Caleigh Elwood | Cover medical expenses | $2,000 |
| Chicago Archdiocese | General operations | $2,000 |
| Village Presbyterian Church | General operations | $1,000 |
| ALS Les Turner | General operations | $1,000 |
| ALS Association DC Walk | General operations | $1,000 |
| ALS Les Turner | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathy Dougherty
- Bernard L Hardiek
- Greg Hardiek
- Mark Hardiek
Questions people ask
Does Hardiek Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hardiek Family Foundation give?
$84,399 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Hardiek Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathy Dougherty (Director), Bernard L Hardiek (Director), Greg Hardiek (Director) and Mark Hardiek (Director).
What does Hardiek Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.