The Hansen Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hansen Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Luther, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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$102,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $93,000 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 | $63,000 | 7 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $93,000 | 9 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $102,000 | 9 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Hansen Charitable 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 The Hansen Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $98,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blandford Nature Center | General funds | $40,000 |
| Land Conservancy of West Michigan | General funds | $25,000 |
| John Ball Zoo | General funds | $25,000 |
| Luther Area Public Library | General funds | $3,000 |
| United Church Outreach Ministry | General funds | $2,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | General funds | $2,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General funds | $2,000 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | General funds | $2,000 |
| Lake County Michigan Community Foundation | General funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard G Hansen
- Richard R Hansen
- Elizabeth A Hansen
Questions people ask
Does The Hansen Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hansen Charitable Foundation give?
$102,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Hansen Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard G Hansen (Pres/Director/Treas), Richard R Hansen (Director) and Elizabeth A Hansen (Director).
What does The Hansen Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and health.