HF Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
HF Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hartland, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.5 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$3.5 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$23.4 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4.5 million the year before.
56% 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 | $6.7 million | 18 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $4.5 million | 20 | $10.8 million |
| 2025 | $3.5 million | 27 | $23.4 million |
How to apply
HF Foundation Inc 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 HF Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 9 | $1.1 million |
| Illinois | 5 | $950,000 |
| New York | 3 | $465,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $300,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $250,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $107,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Marcus School | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $750,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $650,000 |
| Twyla Tharp Dance Foundation | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $350,000 |
| Aim Higher Foundation | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $250,000 |
| Keystone Church | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $200,000 |
| Manhattan Institute for Policy Research | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $100,000 |
| After School Matters | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $100,000 |
| Competitive Enterprise Institute | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $100,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $100,000 |
| High Jump | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $100,000 |
| Phoenix Art Museum | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $100,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $75,000 |
| St Mary's Springs Academy | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $60,000 |
| National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| SecureFutures | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Institute of Contemporary Art Miami | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Wings Program | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Saint Paul's Catholic Student Center | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Phoenix Theatre Company | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| PAWS Chicago | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Hillel Foundation University of Wisconsin | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Paul's Pantry Inc Fund Drive | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Father Carr's Place 2B | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $25,000 |
| Tate Americas Foundation | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $15,000 |
| Tall Pines Conservancy | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| Doral Cats Unlimited | Charitable donation 501(c)(3) organization | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Franke
- Kerryann Haase Minton
- David Herro
Questions people ask
Does HF Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HF Foundation Inc give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs HF Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jay Franke (President), Kerryann Haase Minton (Vice President) and David Herro (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does HF Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.