The Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$71,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $59,000 the year before.
32% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $48,800 | 16 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $59,000 | 20 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $71,000 | 26 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Edward & Juanita Henson 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 Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $44,000 |
| New York | 4 | $11,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $4,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Council on Aging of Martin County - | General | $5,000 |
| Port St Lucie Rotary Foundation | General | $4,500 |
| Hope | General | $4,000 |
| St Vincent Depaul Holy Redeemer Con | General | $4,000 |
| The Inn | General | $3,000 |
| Queen of Peace Residence | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $3,000 |
| Kiwanis Club of Stuart Fdn | General | $3,000 |
| St Jude's Hospital | General | $3,000 |
| Church of the Good Shepherd | General | $3,000 |
| Graceway Village | General | $3,000 |
| St Lucie County Sheriff's Foundatio | General | $3,000 |
| Xavier Soc for the Blind | General | $2,500 |
| Uso | General | $2,500 |
| Flagler Museum | General | $2,500 |
| Fort Pierce Police Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Lyric Theatre | General | $2,500 |
| By the Hand for Kids | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,000 |
| St Baldrick's Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Treasure Coast Food Bank | General | $2,000 |
| Miracle Ear Foundation | General | $1,500 |
| American Heart Assoc | General | $1,000 |
| Fort Pierce Police Charitable Trust | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Juanita J Henson
- Colleen Henson
- EDWARD HENSON Jr
- Dr Kelly Henson-Evertz
Questions people ask
Does The Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation give?
$71,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Juanita J Henson (Trustee), Colleen Henson (Trustee), EDWARD HENSON Jr (Trustee) and Dr Kelly Henson-Evertz (Trustee).
What does The Edward & Juanita Henson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and community development.