Head Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Head Family Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,500 in 7 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$43,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$372,322
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,500 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $20,000 | 4 | $311,563 |
| 2024 | $32,500 | 7 | $338,976 |
| 2025 | $43,500 | 7 | $372,322 |
How to apply
Head 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 Head Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $43,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dell Childrens Foundation | Fund Activities | $10,000 |
| Safe Alliance | Fund Activities | $10,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Fund Activities | $10,000 |
| Foundation Communities | Fund Activities | $5,000 |
| Helping Hand Home for Childred | Fund Activities | $5,000 |
| Hays County Food Bank | Fund Activites | $2,500 |
| Austin Community Foundation | Fund Activities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ray Head
- Becky Shea Head
- Madison Shea James
- McKenna Head Wehmeyer
Questions people ask
Does Head Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Head Family Foundation give?
$43,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Head Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ray Head (Pres), Becky Shea Head (Sec/Treas), Madison Shea James (Director) and McKenna Head Wehmeyer (Director).
What does Head Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.