Hegi Family Foundation
The Hegi Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Dallas, Texas, established in 1988. The foundation operates as a non-operating foundation with a focus on community-based grantmaking across multiple issue areas.
Key facts about Hegi Family Foundation
- EIN
- 75-2217565
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $272,485
- Grants made (2024)
- 31
- Average grant
- $8,790
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $3,411,773
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- The foundation accepts applications via written request that includes how funds will be used.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Hegi Family Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Hegi Family Foundation's 31 itemized 2024 grants were Texas (100%). The most frequent recipient cities were Dallas, TX (28 grants). None of its 31 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.4M
+6.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$272K
+5.6% YoY
Grant Count
31
+6.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$9K
-1.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Hegi Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $185K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary funding priorities include:
- Community outreach and support
- Youth programs and daycare
- Youth and community programs
- Support for patients and families affected by breast cancer
- Human services and poverty alleviation
- Civil rights initiatives
- Faith-based organizations
Grantmaking
The foundation accepts applications via written request that includes how funds will be used.
Grant Range
$2,000–$5,000
Average Grant
$8,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas, with additional grantmaking in Illinois and Colorado. According to available records, grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states, with Texas, Montana, and Massachusetts accounting for 92% of all grants.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 31 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2023):
- Total assets: $3,199,084
- Total revenue: $125,827
- Total expenses: $273,074
- Investment income and dividends: $107,147
- Giving rate: 7.2% of assets
Historical Trend:
- 2022: Assets of $3.3M with total giving of $255,000
- 2020: Total giving of $344,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,411,773 | $3,199,084 | $3,303,635 |
| Revenue | $487,373 | $125,827 | $123,723 |
| Expenses | $280,230 | $273,074 | $277,374 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $275,327 | $260,396 | $267,821 |
| Net Investment Income | $482,486 | $113,149 | $114,170 |
| Distributable Amount | $185,132 | $173,662 | $194,173 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
188 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Crystal Charity Ball ($40,000), Interfaith Family Services ($30,000), Highland Park Cheerleading Booster Club ($27,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CRYSTAL CHARITY BALL DALLAS, TX | PROGRAMS BENEFITING CHILDREN AND CHILDREN'S CHARITIES | $40,000 |
| INTERFAITH FAMILY SERVICES DALLAS, TX | SERVICES AND PROGRAMS FOR THE HOMELESS | $30,000 |
| HIGHLAND PARK CHEERLEADING BOOSTER CLUB DALLAS, TX | ENHANCE CHEERLEADING PROGRAMS | $27,000 |
| ACT JUSTICE DALLAS, TX | NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY PROGRAMS, BRINGING PEACE TO AREAS TORMENTED BY CRIME | $25,000 |
| SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY DALLAS, TX | EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, ATHLETIC PROGRAMS, SCHOLARSHIPS, COMMUNITY NEEDS | $18,000 |
| THE SENIOR SOURCE DALLAS, TX | PROGRAMS FOR THE ELDERLY | $17,500 |
| HIGHLAND PARK SPORTS CLUB DALLAS, TX | SUPPORT FOR STUDENT ATHLETES | $15,000 |
| KERSHAW'S CHALLENGE DALLAS, TX | PROGRAMS FOR AT-RISK CHILDREN AND NEIGHBORHOODS | $15,000 |
| LA FIESTADE LAS SEIS BANDERAS DALLAS, TX | EDUCATION OF CHILDREN IN MULTIPLE CAPACITIES INCLUDING ARTS ANS SCIENCES | $11,500 |
| GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF DALLAS DALLAS, TX | HELP PEOPLE WITH BARRIES TO EMPLOYMENT RECOGNIZE AND REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FREDERICK B HEGI JR | PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| MARGIE A HEGI | VICE PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| LOUISE BACKA | SECR/TREAS | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported educational initiatives, including a gift to finance a private equity course at the University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business. The foundation has also made contributions to Southern Methodist University and supported the development of a gymnastics facility at Highland Park High School.
Hegi Family Gift Finances One-of-a-Kind Private Equity Course - McCombs NewsFrequently Asked Questions
What does Hegi Family Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary funding priorities include: • Community outreach and support • Youth programs and daycare • Youth and community programs • Support for patients and families affected by breast cancer • Human services and poverty alleviation • Civil rights initiatives • Faith-based organizations
How do I apply for a grant from Hegi Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity & Amounts:** • Annual giving: $232,000–$258,000 (recent years) • Number of grants: 18–39 grants annually • Median grant size: $2,000–$5,000 • Grant range: $250–$70,000 • Average grant: $8,000 **Recent Grants (2023):** • Crystal Charity Ball: $50,000 (Programs Benefiting Children and Children's Charities) • The Senior Source: $25,000 (Programs for the Elderly) • Interfaith Family Services: $13,250 (Services and Programs for the Homeless) **Application Process:** The foundation a…
Where does Hegi Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas, with additional grantmaking in Illinois and Colorado. According to available records, grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states, with Texas, Montana, and Massachusetts accounting for 92% of all grants.
What size grants does Hegi Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Hegi Family Foundation awarded 31 grants totaling $272K — an average of about $9K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Hegi Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Hegi Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $185K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Hegi Family Foundation's EIN?
Hegi Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-2217565. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.