The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation is a private foundation in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $270,000 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 | $280,000 | 9 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $270,000 | 9 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 8 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Steve & Lana Hardy 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 Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $85,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Atlas Economic Research Foundation (Atlas Network) | General and unrestricted. | $30,000 |
| Buffalo Creek Art Center | General and unrestricted. | $30,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation - Mercatus Center | General and unrestricted. | $30,000 |
| Cato Institute | General and unrestricted. | $25,000 |
| Competitive Enterprise Institute | General and unrestricted. | $25,000 |
| Institute for Justice | General and unrestricted. | $25,000 |
| Reason Foundation | General and unrestricted. | $25,000 |
| Nevada Policy Research Institute | General and unrestricted. | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Hardy
Questions people ask
Does The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve Hardy (Pres. / Dir. / Sec. / Treas.).
What does The Steve & Lana Hardy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.