The Hageman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hageman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,815 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$158,815
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,092 the year before.
39% 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 | $119,483 | 40 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $115,092 | 40 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $158,815 | 41 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The Hageman Foundation Inc 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 Hageman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 32 | $133,050 |
| Illinois | 2 | $16,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $6,465 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue Research Foundation | Forging ahead | $25,000 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | Gift supporting the pediatric neuro-oncology research fund | $20,750 |
| Conner Prairie | Conner prairie annual impact fund | $20,000 |
| Legge Lowden Farm Foundation Trust | Contribution to innovation and education center | $15,000 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | General operating fund contribution | $10,000 |
| Sagamore Institute Inc | General operating fund contribution | $10,000 |
| Boone and Crockett Club Foundation Inc | General operating fund contribution | $6,465 |
| Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc | General operating fund contribution | $5,000 |
| The Center for the Performing Arts Inc | General operating fund contribution | $5,000 |
| Feeding Team Corporation | General operating fund contribution | $5,000 |
| Lafayette Great Banquet Inc | Spring banquet and awakening | $4,000 |
| Iu Foundation | Contribution to the jeffrey d. Fisher fund for the benecki center for real estate studies | $3,750 |
| White County Remc Community Fund Inc | Hageman & harrington scholarship | $3,000 |
| GCC Foundation Inc | General operating fund contribution | $2,500 |
| Dayspring Center Inc | General operating fund contribution | $2,000 |
| Jaxson William Augustus Swank Foundation | General operating fund contribution. Expenditure responsibility exercised. | $2,000 |
| Shepherd Community Inc | General operating fund contribution | $2,000 |
| Trader's Point Christian Church | General operating fund contribution | $2,000 |
| The Indiana FFA Foundation Inc | General operating fund contribution | $1,100 |
| College Park Church Inc | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Cornerstone Church of Ames Iowa | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Hvaf of Indiana Inc | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library Foundation | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Institute for Affordable Transportation | Contribution for the continued development of business in africa and the buv business-as-mission model. | $1,000 |
| Newroot Learning Institute | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Farmland Friends Church | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| Humane Society for Hamilton County Inc | General operating fund contribution | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General operating fund contribution | $750 |
| Biblical Ministries Worldwide | Ethan & grace thomas scholarship fund | $500 |
| Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| Hamilton Heights Youth Assistance Inc | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| North Decatur High School | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church Greensburg Inc | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| Wounded Warriors Project Inc | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| Foundations of Freedom Inc | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| New Song Mission Inc | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| Ywam Fire and Fragrance Nashville | General operating fund contribution | $500 |
| Young Life | General operating fund contribution | $300 |
| Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation | General operating fund contribution | $250 |
| Wheeler Mission Ministries Inc | General operating fund contribution | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve J Hageman
- Sandra L Hageman
- Sara Hageman Schenck
- Shane Hageman
- Stephany Jackson
- Jana Hageman
Questions people ask
Does The Hageman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hageman Foundation Inc give?
$158,815 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Hageman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve J Hageman (President/Treasurer), Sandra L Hageman (Vice President/Secretary), Sara Hageman Schenck (Director) and Shane Hageman (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Hageman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and youth programs.