The Hehl Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hehl Family Foundation is a private foundation in Clarkston, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,200 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $2,000. 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$8,200
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9,060 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 | $8,935 | 18 | $9,778 |
| 2024 | $9,060 | 20 | $0 |
| 2025 | $8,200 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
The Hehl 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 The Hehl Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 8 | $6,100 |
| Ohio | 1 | $750 |
| Kansas | 1 | $500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $300 |
| Alaska | 1 | $150 |
| California | 1 | $150 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $150 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mich Humane Society | Provide shelter/food homeless animal | $2,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hos | Research and support programs | $800 |
| Albion College | Promote education | $750 |
| Individual | Educational scholarship | $750 |
| Marian High School | Promote education | $750 |
| Wittenburg University | Promote education | $750 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support wounded veterans | $500 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | To train guide dogs for the blind | $400 |
| Lighthouse North | Provide food, clothing & housing | $400 |
| Boys Town | To help parents with troubled teens | $300 |
| Amer Lung | Research and support programs | $250 |
| Alaska Raptor Ctr | Promote and enhance wildlife populat | $150 |
| St Joseph Indian School | Provide education to indian students | $150 |
| The Fistula Foundation | Fistula treatment/awareness | $150 |
| ASPCA | Support prevention of animal cruelty | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred T Hehl
- Carol Lee Hehl
Questions people ask
Does The Hehl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hehl Family Foundation give?
$8,200 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs The Hehl Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fred T Hehl (President) and Carol Lee Hehl (Secretary).
What does The Hehl Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and food and hunger.