The Herndon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Herndon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$97,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $96,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $96,500 | 41 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $96,500 | 37 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $97,000 | 21 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Herndon 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 The Herndon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $72,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Fund | An unrestricted gift for educational purposes. | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Governor's Mansion | An unrestricted gift. | $10,000 |
| Camp John Marc | An unrestricted gift. | $10,000 |
| George W Bush Presidential Center | An unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Scottish Rite for Children - Dallas | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Chilrden's Hospital | An unrestrcited gift | $5,000 |
| Individual | An unrestrcited gift | $5,000 |
| Individual | An unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Stephen Sillar Tunnel to Towers Fdn | An unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Texas Parks Wildlife Found | An unrestricted gift. | $2,000 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundati | An unrestricted gift. | $2,000 |
| Heart Gift Foundation | An unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Air Force Aid Society | An unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Central Texas | An unrestrcited gift | $2,000 |
| George and Barbara Bush Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | An unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Mount Vernon Ladies Association | An unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Tragedy Assistance Program for Surv | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Darrell K Royal Research Fund | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Herndon
- Dealey Decherd Herndon
- Benjamin David Herndon
- Bryan Derek Herndon
- Tanis Herndon
- Erika Herndon
Questions people ask
Does The Herndon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herndon Family Foundation give?
$97,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Herndon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Herndon (President), Dealey Decherd Herndon (Treasurer), Benjamin David Herndon (Vice President) and Bryan Derek Herndon (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Herndon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and food and hunger.