Heard Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Heard Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $2,500. 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$5,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$193,725
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $5,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $2,500 | 1 | $97,515 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 2 | $145,164 |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 2 | $193,725 |
How to apply
Heard 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 Heard Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Community Service Center Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher D Heard
- Doris D Heard
- John G Heard
- Whitney W Heard
- David A Snyder
Questions people ask
Does Heard Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Heard Family Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Heard Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher D Heard (President Director), Doris D Heard (Director), John G Heard (Director) and Whitney W Heard (Secretary Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Heard Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and science and research.