The Hamer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hamer Foundation is a private foundation in Kenova, West Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,305 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$135,305
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $128,305 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $109,411 | 12 | $2.5 million |
| 2023 | $128,305 | 17 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $135,305 | 21 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Hamer 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 Hamer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 9 | $70,305 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $17,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $6,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 20th Street Baptist Church | Evangelism | $15,000 |
| Good Samaritan Center | Food pantry support | $11,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | Evangelism | $10,000 |
| Kenova Volunteer Fire Dept | Equipment needs | $10,000 |
| Life Outreach International | Support of missions and relief programs | $10,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Evangelism | $10,000 |
| Hospice of Huntington | Provide compassionate physical, emotional & spiritual care for those with life-limiting illness & their families | $8,305 |
| Salvation Army | To preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet the needs in his name without discrimination | $7,000 |
| Huntington City Mission | Community support | $7,000 |
| Jerusalem Prayer Team | Evangelism | $6,000 |
| K-Love Ministries | Evangelism | $6,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Kenova | Hamer scholarship fund and church projects | $5,000 |
| George W Bush Presidential Center | Ensure opportunity for everyone, strengthen democracy, advance free societies | $5,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christians & Jews | Evangelism | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics | Provide year-round sports training & athletic competition for the disabled | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Promote transparency, accountablity, & integrity in government, politics & the law | $5,000 |
| Haggai Institute | Evangelism | $3,000 |
| Lilly's Place | Medical care to infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome | $2,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Evangelism | $2,000 |
| Walk FM | Evangelism | $2,000 |
| St Labre Indian School | Provide quality, tuition-free education to northern cheyenne anc crow 1 children | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gladys F Hamer
- Lori Dale Hamer
- Jim P Hamer II
- Stephen A Hamer II
Questions people ask
Does The Hamer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hamer Foundation give?
$135,305 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Hamer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gladys F Hamer (Trustee), Lori Dale Hamer (Trustee), Jim P Hamer II (Trustee) and Stephen A Hamer II (Trustee).
What does The Hamer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and international.