PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation
Accepts applications
PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation is a private foundation in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$26,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$426,240
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,500 | 12 | $415,791 |
| 2024 | $23,000 | 13 | $420,967 |
| 2025 | $26,000 | 13 | $426,240 |
How to apply
| Contact | Patti Jo Hedeen 4716 Martin Rd, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | pjhedeen@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Letter explaining need/use for funds and any accounting information of the non-profit showing percentage going to charitable purpose |
| Deadlines | November 1st |
What PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 13 | $26,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feed & Clothe My People | Food & clothing for the impoverished | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Feeding the impoverished | $5,000 |
| Paul's Pantry | Feeding the impoverished | $5,000 |
| Casa of Brown County | Court appointed special advocates | $2,000 |
| Help of Door County | Domestic violence shelter | $2,000 |
| St John's Homeless Shelter | Homeless shelter | $1,500 |
| Freedom House | Homeless shelter for families | $1,000 |
| Jak's Place - Lakeshore Cap Inc | Mental health resource center | $1,000 |
| New Community Shelter | Homeless shelter | $1,000 |
| Wave Educational Fund | Educational fund | $1,000 |
| Literacy Green Bay | English classes for immigrants | $500 |
| Money Management Counselors | Budget & credit assistance | $500 |
| Women's Fund of Door County | Helping women in a variety of ways | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patti Hedeen
- Nichole Hedeen
- Justus Hedeen
Questions people ask
Does PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: November 1st.
How much does PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation give?
$26,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patti Hedeen (President), Nichole Hedeen (Secretary) and Justus Hedeen (Treasurer).
What does PJ Hedeen and Children Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, housing and homelessness and human services.