Friendly Heart Foundation
Accepts applications
Friendly Heart Foundation is a private foundation in Vancouver, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,673 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $11,200 and the largest $39,084. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$152,673
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$11,200
- Largest grant$39,084
- Assets$736,956
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $197,284 the year before.
100% 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 | $123,254 | 16 | $972,566 |
| 2024 | $197,284 | 18 | $870,150 |
| 2025 | $152,673 | 10 | $736,956 |
How to apply
| Contact | Friendly Heart Foundation 3330 SE Biddle Rd, Vancouver, WA 98683 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (360) 823-3475, marinarizhkov@gmail.com |
| What to submit | To be considered for a grant from our organization, please submit a description of the program fuding is being requested for, how much is being requested, and who will benefit from the services being offered. Submit grant requests via our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/friendlyheart.org |
| Deadlines | Applications are reviewed and considered as received |
| Restrictions | Programs must benefit underprivileged children |
What Friendly Heart Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $14,850 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 7 | $126,523 |
| Oregon | 1 | $11,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Paid off credit card balance & paid for rent | $39,084 |
| Individual | Financial help & paid for rent | $35,139 |
| Individual | Financial help during loss of husband, has kids | $24,000 |
| School for Blind | Supporting school for blind kids | $14,850 |
| Individual | Paid rent to his landlord.sick with cancer vasiliy beliy, dad 3 kids | $11,400 |
| Individual | Supporting sick widow and disabled child | $11,000 |
| Individual | Medical help | $9,000 |
| Individual | Paying a small portion monthly for widow's rent | $4,900 |
| Individual | Help for a disabled child | $3,000 |
| Individual | Medical help | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Marina Rizhkov
- Inna Nesterenco
- Yuliya Izotov
Questions people ask
Does Friendly Heart Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are reviewed and considered as received.
How much does Friendly Heart Foundation give?
$152,673 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $11,200.
Who runs Friendly Heart Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marina Rizhkov (President), Inna Nesterenco (Vice President & Treasurer) and Yuliya Izotov (Secretary).
What does Friendly Heart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, disability and health.