Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lebanon, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$79,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $97,000 the year before.
13% 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 | $87,000 | 8 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $97,000 | 10 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $79,000 | 8 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Wayne and Jean Hardy 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 Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 6 | $51,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | To assist with general mission | $20,000 |
| Sherry's Run | To assist with general mission | $15,000 |
| Church Missions Network | To assist with general mission | $15,000 |
| Mission Dignity | To assist with general mission | $8,000 |
| Nashville Youth for Christ | To assist with general mission | $6,000 |
| Tennessee Baptist Mission Board | To assist with general mission | $5,000 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | To assist with general mission | $5,000 |
| Wilson County Christmas for All | To assist with general mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Wayne Hardy
- Jean L Hardy
- Phillip W Hardy
- Jo Ann Hardy
Questions people ask
Does Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation give?
$79,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Wayne Hardy (Trustee & Trust Commitee M), Jean L Hardy (Trust Committee Member), Phillip W Hardy (Trust Committee Member) and Jo Ann Hardy (Trust Committee Member).
What does Wayne and Jean Hardy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.