Henry and Etta Raye Hirsch Heritage
The Henry and Etta Raye Hirsch Heritage encompasses the philanthropic work of the Hirsch family, based in Atlanta, Georgia. The family's giving is structured through multiple vehicles, including the Hirsch Family Foundation Inc. and the Hirsch Legacy Fund, which work together to support causes aligned with the family's values and mission.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$15.9M
+1239.2% YoY
Grant Count
20
-47.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$796K
+2444.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Hirsch family's philanthropic work is driven by personal experience with mental health challenges and a generational commitment to philanthropy rooted in Jewish values. Their giving focuses on:
- Mental health services and treatment access
- Jewish causes and nonprofits
- Human services and poverty alleviation
- Support for underserved communities
The family's work began with the Peaceful Family Fund, dedicated to helping families finance adolescent mental health treatments through interest-free loans and grants. In 2023, the Hirsch Legacy Fund was established to expand their impact beyond individual family support to organizational grants.
Grantmaking
The Hirsch Family Foundation Inc. has distributed **$15,925,969** in total giving. Grant awards have ranged from **$163 to $15,781,489**, reflecting a diverse portfolio of funding sizes.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Hirsch family funds organizations and communities in:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- The United States
- Israel
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Hirsch Family Foundation Inc. (as of 2024 IRS Form 990):
- Total Assets: $0
- Total Giving: $15,925,969
Note: The foundation filed a final return as of 2024.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $11,587,319 | $12,178,536 |
| Revenue | $4,730,882 | $152,898 | $1,219,778 |
| Expenses | $16,011,031 | $1,256,171 | $810,599 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $15,925,969 | $1,189,229 | $716,288 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,184,326 | $383,227 | $448,250 |
| Distributable Amount | $647,783 | $597,412 | $619,865 |
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
189 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Michele and David Hirsch are the primary philanthropic leaders of the family's giving. The family also includes Lewis and Henry, who contribute to philanthropic discussions and grant decisions.
Gabby Spatt serves as Vice President of Philanthropy at the Hirsch Legacy Fund, helping the family accomplish their philanthropic goals. Spatt brings experience in program development, philanthropic impact, and member engagement, and is a mental health advocate who has worked in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ETTA RAYE HIRSCH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LISA HIRSCH GREENBERG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SETH GREENBERG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVID A HIRSCH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICHELE HIRSCH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2023, a significant transition occurred in the family's philanthropic structure. Atlanta's Jewish Family & Career Services began managing the Peaceful Family Fund, while the Hirsch family established the Hirsch Legacy Fund to expand their grantmaking to nonprofit organizations serving communities in Atlanta, Georgia, the United States, and Israel.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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