Hayden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hayden Foundation is a private foundation in Williamsburg, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $141,600 in 74 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $40,000. 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$141,600
- Number of grants74
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,750 the year before.
4% 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 | $147,250 | 80 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $138,750 | 76 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $141,600 | 74 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Hayden 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 Hayden Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 20 | $68,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $8,750 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $8,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $8,000 |
| District of Columbia | 10 | $7,400 |
| Virginia | 8 | $5,100 |
| California | 2 | $5,100 |
| Colorado | 3 | $3,300 |
| Washington | 3 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Traverse Pavillions Foundation | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Messiah College | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Child & Family Services of NW Michigan | General purpose | $7,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Claremont Institute | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Traverse Symphony Orchestra | General purpose | $5,000 |
| University of Cumberlands | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Music House Museum | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Northwestern Michigan College | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Shiloh Youth Ranch | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Heifer International | General purpose | $2,500 |
| James Madison Institute | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Jesse Helms Center Foundation | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Munson Medical Center Foundation | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Alice Lloyd College | General purpose | $2,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Operation Homefront | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Clare Booth Luce Policy Institute | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Forward Edge International | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Treasure Coast Food Bank | General purpose | $1,500 |
| American Farmland Trust | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Appalachia Service Project | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Bread for the World Institue Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Compassion International | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Mercatus Center | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Michael's Place | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Religious Freedom Coalition | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Safe Space | General purpose | $1,000 |
| World Vision | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Hospice of Michigan | General purpose | $600 |
| Atlas Economic Research Fdn | General support | $500 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | General purpose | $500 |
| Care | General purpose | $500 |
| Edchoice Inc | General purpose | $500 |
| Father Fred Foundation | General purpose | $500 |
| Finca International | General purpose | $500 |
| Fund for American Studies | General purpose | $500 |
| Grameen Foundation | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Agnes R Hayden
- Donald Hayden Jr
- Patti Hayden
- Ruthann Barrie
- Gail Gualtiere
- Joseph Quandt
Questions people ask
Does Hayden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hayden Foundation give?
$141,600 in tax year 2025, across 74 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Hayden Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Agnes R Hayden (President), Donald Hayden Jr (Vice President/Treasurer), Patti Hayden (Director) and Ruthann Barrie (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Hayden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.