The Hagedorn Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hagedorn Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Port Washington, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $128,932 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $4,398 and the largest $18,939. 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$128,932
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$4,398
- Largest grant$18,939
- Assets$1.8 million
Giving in 2025 was down from $182,143 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $206,589 | 24 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $182,143 | 20 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $128,932 | 26 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
The Hagedorn Legacy 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 Hagedorn Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 26 | $128,932 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Education | $18,939 |
| Individual | Education | $12,400 |
| Individual | Education | $9,057 |
| Individual | Education | $8,247 |
| Individual | Education | $7,626 |
| Individual | Education | $7,606 |
| Individual | Education | $6,712 |
| Individual | Education | $6,658 |
| Individual | Education | $5,757 |
| Individual | Education | $5,000 |
| Individual | Education | $5,000 |
| Individual | Education | $4,809 |
| Individual | Education | $4,551 |
| Individual | Education | $4,246 |
| Individual | Education | $3,418 |
| Individual | Education | $3,311 |
| Individual | Education | $3,207 |
| Individual | Education | $2,721 |
| Individual | Education | $2,228 |
| Individual | Education | $1,970 |
| Individual | Education | $1,922 |
| Individual | Education | $1,318 |
| Individual | Education | $734 |
| Individual | Education | $666 |
| Individual | Education | $574 |
| Individual | Education | $255 |
Officers and trustees
- Sue Hagedorn
- Brian Herrington
- Jim Hagedorn
- Nate Baxter
- Mark Scheiwer
- Margaret Fitzgerald
- Caitlin Miller
- Kristine Hagedorn
Questions people ask
Does The Hagedorn Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hagedorn Legacy Foundation give?
$128,932 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $4,398.
Who runs The Hagedorn Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sue Hagedorn (Director/President), Brian Herrington (Director/Secretary), Jim Hagedorn (Director) and Nate Baxter (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Hagedorn Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.