The Hersh Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hersh Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $961,003 in 102 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $275,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$961,003
- Number of grants102
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$22.6 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $663,888 the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 | $663,888 | 64 | $21.5 million |
| 2024 | $961,003 | 102 | $22.6 million |
How to apply
The Hersh 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hersh Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 76 | $342,050 |
| Virginia | 4 | $325,000 |
| California | 4 | $108,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $57,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $31,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $26,953 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Horatio Alger Association | Recurring support | $275,000 |
| Stanford Hoover Institute | Hoover institute | $100,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research | Annual fund support | $50,000 |
| Caf Momentumstand Together | Stand together/momentum advisory collective | $40,000 |
| Global War on Terrorism Memorial FDTN | Annual support | $25,000 |
| Grace Bridge Celina (Master Cares Foundation) | General ops support | $25,000 |
| Greenlight Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Waco | Bomb shelter in israel | $25,000 |
| Skill Up (Entangled Institute) | Stand together 2024 | $25,000 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | Ongoing support | $25,000 |
| Ut Southwesternswmf | Annual support | $25,000 |
| Urban Specialistsstand Together | Stand together 2023 support | $20,000 |
| Woodall Rogers Park (Klyde Warren Park) | Spring break program support | $15,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | Annual renewal | $10,000 |
| Fresh Foundation (Norwood Food Bank)telluride Foundation | Norwood food bank | $10,000 |
| Institute for Citizens & Scholars | Support work done with college presidents | $10,000 |
| Telluride Foundation | General ops support | $10,000 |
| Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Vets Inc | Support military vets mental health program | $10,000 |
| Cynthia Mickens Ministries (CMM) | One-time gift | $7,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Ntgd + employee match | $6,612 |
| Norwood Isdtelluride Foundation | Friends of norwood schools | $6,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Ongoing support | $5,000 |
| Asset Funders Network | Hbc home ownership study | $5,000 |
| Austin Street Center | Humble beginnings support | $5,000 |
| Bachman Lake Together | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Baylor Health Care System Foundation | Ongoing support | $5,000 |
| Center for Strategic & International Studies | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Close Up Foundation | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Dallas College (DCCCD) | Ongoing support | $5,000 |
| Early Matters Texas | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Mental Health America of Greater Dallas | Who program support | $5,000 |
| Metrocare | General support | $5,000 |
| Momentous Institute | Annual support | $5,000 |
| National Association of Urban Debate Leagues (Naudl) | Annual support | $5,000 |
| One Mind Music Festival for Brain Health | Annual gift for music for brain health | $5,000 |
| Peace Punta Mita Aka El Paso Community Foundation in the US | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Princeton University | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Senior Source | Annual support | $5,000 |
| St Mark's School | Annual fund support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth A Hersh
- Valerie Dillard
- Regen Horchow
Questions people ask
Does The Hersh Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hersh Foundation give?
$961,003 in tax year 2024, across 102 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Hersh Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kenneth A Hersh (Chairman), Valerie Dillard (Secretary/Treasurer) and Regen Horchow (President).
What does The Hersh Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and faith communities.