The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $348,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $318,000. 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$348,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$318,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $649,333 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 | $94,833 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $649,333 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $348,000 | 3 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez 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 Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $318,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue for Life Research Foundation | Unrestricted general | $318,000 |
| University of Miami | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Center for American & International Law | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carlos Hernandez
- Deborah Hernandez
- Alicia Hernandez
- Monica Hernandez
- Cecilia Hernandez
Questions people ask
Does The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation give?
$348,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carlos Hernandez (President), Deborah Hernandez (Vice President), Alicia Hernandez (Assistant Sec/Treas) and Monica Hernandez (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Carlos and Deborah Hernandez Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and international.