The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$220,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $220,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $220,000 | 3 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 3 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $220,000 | 3 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
The Herbert Hoover 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $105,000 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hoover Presidential Foundation | 5k ops, 70k cap campaign, 30k edu | $105,000 |
| Hoover Institution | Support for the fellowship program | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of America | General operating budget | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Morf
- Margaret Hoover
- Allan Hoover III
- Charles G Palm
- Roger Mertz
- Wendy H Borcherdt
- Stephen B Gaddis
- Michael Gleba
- Haig G Mardikian
- Jeremiah Milbank III
Questions people ask
Does The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc give?
$220,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Morf (Executive Di), Margaret Hoover (Chairperson), Allan Hoover III (President) and Charles G Palm (Vice Preside) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Herbert Hoover Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.