Header Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Header Family Foundation is a private foundation in Richland, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $539,351 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$539,351
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $535,305 the year before.
30% 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 | $535,100 | 31 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $535,305 | 38 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $539,351 | 37 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Header Family 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 Header Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 26 | $526,415 |
| Montana | 1 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,500 |
| New York | 3 | $1,121 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $515 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | General fund purpose | $500,000 |
| Upper Canyon Outreach | General fund purpose | $7,500 |
| Mission Church Myerstown | General fund purpose | $4,500 |
| Adalyn Rose Foundation | General fund purpose | $2,500 |
| Foundation for Free Enterprise Education | General fund purpose | $2,085 |
| Paws | General fund purpose | $1,250 |
| Green Street Rescue | General fund purpose | $1,030 |
| Cedar Creek Pheasants Forever | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Clare House | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Echoes | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| First Fruits Farm | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Fostering Hope Pa | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Keystone Hook and Ladder | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Lebanon Rescue Mission | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Milagro House | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| North Star Initiative | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Pine Grove Community Garden | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Rodale Institute | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Water Street Mission | General fund purpose | $1,000 |
| Richland Community Library | General fund purpose | $750 |
| Salvation Army | General fund purpose | $521 |
| Endo Excision for All | General fund purpose | $515 |
| Childrens Miracle Network | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Humane Society | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Kutztown Community Fire Company | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Madison Fire Company | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Marion Volunteer Fire Company | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Mothers Against Drunk Driving | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Neptune Fire Company | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Newmantown Volunteer Fire Company | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Schaefferstown Ems | General fund purpose | $500 |
| Upmc Pinnacle Foundation | General fund purpose | $500 |
| National Vaccine Information Center | General fund purpose | $300 |
| Pine Grove Archery | General fund purpose | $300 |
| South Hornell Fire Company | General fund purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory A Header
- Stacey L Header
Questions people ask
Does Header Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Header Family Foundation give?
$539,351 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Header Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory A Header (President) and Stacey L Header (Secretary / Treasurer).
What does Header Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.