The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $415,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$415,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,000 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 | $150,000 | 1 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 1 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $415,000 | 3 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 3 | $415,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Scholarship Fund | Support of diocese of tulsa scholarships | $300,000 |
| Notre Dame Scholarship Fund | Support for undergrad scholarships | $100,000 |
| Notre Dame Scholarship Fund | Hesburgh women of impact weekend | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark W Yusko
- Stacey M Yusko
- Sara Yusko Madden
- John P Jack Yusko
Questions people ask
Does The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation give?
$415,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark W Yusko (President and Treasurer), Stacey M Yusko (VP and Secretary), Sara Yusko Madden (At Large Member) and John P Jack Yusko (At Large Member).
What does The Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.