The Hietbrink Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hietbrink Foundation is a private foundation in Roche Harbor, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,675 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,900 and the largest $15,000. 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$49,675
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,900
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $43,146 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $54,300 | 16 | $956,058 |
| 2024 | $43,146 | 13 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $49,675 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Hietbrink 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 Hietbrink Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $31,375 |
| Arizona | 2 | $7,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Every Generation Ministry | To support religious ministry activity to children and families in Romania. | $15,000 |
| Individual | To support the ministry of the organization | $7,500 |
| International Cooperating Ministrie | To support the ministry of the organization | $5,000 |
| Individual | To support the ministry of the organization | $5,000 |
| Ministry Semper Fi Fund | To support the ministry of the organization | $2,500 |
| Stanford University | To support the ministry of the organization | $2,500 |
| Living Word Ministries Int | To support the ministry of the organization | $2,500 |
| Egm Institute | To support the ministry of the organization | $2,500 |
| Individual | To support the ministry of the organization | $1,300 |
| Church at the Red Door | To support the ministry of the organization | $1,250 |
| Islands Community Church | To support Church ministry activities. | $1,000 |
| International Justice Mission | To support the ministry of the organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | To support the ministry of the organization | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To support the ministry of the organization | $1,000 |
| The Rafiki Foundation | To support the ministry of the organization | $500 |
| Individual | To support the ministry of the organization | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- James Hietbrink
Questions people ask
Does The Hietbrink Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hietbrink Foundation give?
$49,675 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,900.
Who runs The Hietbrink Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Hietbrink (President).
What does The Hietbrink Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.