The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.8 million in 128 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$6.8 million
- Number of grants128
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$157 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.3 million the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $6.1 million | 112 | $135 million |
| 2023 | $6.3 million | 124 | $149 million |
| 2024 | $6.8 million | 128 | $157 million |
How to apply
The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc 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 Hardesty Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 118 | $6.7 million |
| Kansas | 2 | $55,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $32,600 |
| Texas | 2 | $6,350 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
Officers and trustees
- F Roger Hardesty
- Donna J Hardesty
- Michelle Hardesty
- Connor Hardesty
- Marilyn S Cox
Questions people ask
Does The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc give?
$6.8 million in tax year 2024, across 128 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists F Roger Hardesty (President & Director), Donna J Hardesty (Vice-President & Director), Michelle Hardesty (Executive Director) and Connor Hardesty (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Hardesty Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.