The Hesed Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hesed Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $62,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$62,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $61,250 the year before.
80% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $61,250 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $62,500 | 11 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Hesed 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 5 | $35,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $4,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Safe Place Community Center | Assistance | $10,000 |
| Make A Change World Inc | Assistance | $10,000 |
| Parent Promise | Assistance | $10,000 |
| Eden Village of Tulsa | Assistance | $7,500 |
| Lets Fix This Inc | Assistance | $5,000 |
| Make A Change World Inc | Assistance | $5,000 |
| Coral Reef Alliance | Contribution | $4,000 |
| First Peoples Fund | Contribution | $4,000 |
| Period Okc Foundation | Assistance | $2,500 |
| Bloomerang Homeless | Assistance | $2,500 |
| Amazon Conservatory | Contribution | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul D Wilson
- Jeffrey Wilson
- Melanie Wilson Rughani
- Mark Wilson
- Julia Schusterman
Questions people ask
Does The Hesed Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hesed Foundation give?
$62,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Hesed Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul D Wilson (Trustee), Jeffrey Wilson (Officer), Melanie Wilson Rughani (Officer) and Mark Wilson (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.