Hoover Family Foundation
The Hoover Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, Indiana, established in 1992. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving quality of life and self-sufficiency for individuals through targeted philanthropic support.
Key facts about Hoover Family Foundation
- EIN
- 35-1873953
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $581,300
- Grants made (2025)
- 75
- Average grant
- $7,751
- Median grant
- $8,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 47% first-time grantees (35 of 75, 2025)
- Total assets
- $9,735,449
- Primary geography
- Oregon (54% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- Indianapolis Area: Applications are accepted by invitation only. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Hoover Family Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Hoover Family Foundation's 75 itemized 2025 grants were Oregon (54%) and Indiana (45%). The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, OR (37 grants), Indianapolis, IN (30 grants) and Hillsboro, OR (2 grants). None of its 75 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support.
Is Hoover Family Foundation open to new grantees?
47%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 35 of 75 grantees (47%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $8K. How we count
Medians: $8K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 24% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+3%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 240% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2021–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.7M
+2.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$581K
+12.0% YoY
Grant Count
75
+8.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$8K
+3.1% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Hoover Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $469K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on increasing self-sufficiency and quality of life for individuals through three primary funding areas:
- Social Services: Human services programs that enhance self-sufficiency and quality of life
- Education: Enriched educational programs that increase self-sufficiency and quality of life
- Mental Health Services: Supporting quality of life for individuals through mental health services
The foundation has demonstrated particular interest in funding youth financial independence programs, young women in leadership programs, writers in schools residencies, computer upgrades, tutoring for deaf students, and trauma counseling.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s**: Typical awards range from $1,000 to $15,403.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation operates in two primary regions:
- Indianapolis, Indiana and surrounding areas (including Syracuse/North Webster)
- Portland, Oregon (metropolitan area only)
The foundation also has documented giving activity in Arizona.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 75 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending June 2025:
| Metric | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,735,449 |
| Total Revenue | $1,333,874 |
| Total Expenses | $1,141,880 |
| Net Income | $191,994 |
| Total Liabilities | $0 |
| Total Giving | $581,300 |
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,735,449 | $9,543,455 | $9,887,772 |
| Revenue | $1,333,874 | $689,440 | $389,254 |
| Expenses | $1,141,880 | $1,033,757 | $1,147,835 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,122,461 | $1,027,616 | $1,114,820 |
| Net Investment Income | $416,380 | $334,589 | $294,364 |
| Distributable Amount | $468,660 | $473,870 | $501,237 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
399 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Hoover Family Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Servants at Work ($10,500), American Red Cross of Central IN ($10,000), Catholic Charities ($10,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SERVANTS AT WORK Indianapolis, IN | ADA COMPLIANT WHEELCHAIR RAMPS | $10,500 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS OF CENTRAL IN Indianapolis, IN | HOME FIRE RELIEF ASSISTANCE | $10,000 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES Indianapolis, IN | TOWARD CASE MANAGER STAFFING | $10,000 |
| CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Indianapolis, IN | GUIDANCE COUNSELING AND TUTORING | $10,000 |
| CHILD ADVOCATES Indianapolis, IN | LEGAL REPRESENTATION OF YOUTH | $10,000 |
| CICOA AGING & IN HOME SOLUTIONS Indianapolis, IN | PROVIDE HOME SAFETY & ASSESSIBILITY | $10,000 |
| DOVE RECOVERY HOUSE FOR WOMEN Indianapolis, IN | PEER RECOVERY SPECIALISTS | $10,000 |
| DREAM ALIVE Indianapolis, IN | SUPPORT STAFF IN MENTORING & CAREER | $10,000 |
| GENDERNEXUS Indianapolis, IN | EXPAND LGBTQ+ CARE SERVICES | $10,000 |
| GIRLS INC OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis, IN | WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- David C. Hoover: President (Indianapolis office)
- Glen H. Friedman: Executive Director (Portland office)
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| David C Hoover | President | 30 | $135,790 |
| Cynthia K Hoover | Vice Preside | 30 | $26,104 |
| Glen H Friedman | Executive Di | 30 | $117,250 |
| Anne Hoover | Director | 10 | $1,000 |
Contact Information
Indianapolis Office: Attn: David Hoover, President 860 East 86th Street, Suite 5 Indianapolis, IN 46240-1806 Tel: (317) 815-9553
Portland Office: Attn: Glen Friedman, Executive Director P.O. Box 551 West Linn, OR 97068 Tel: (503) 734-6791
Website: www.hooverff.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hoover Family Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission centers on increasing self-sufficiency and quality of life for individuals through three primary funding areas: • **Social Services**: Human services programs that enhance self-sufficiency and quality of life • **Education**: Enriched educational programs that increase self-sufficiency and quality of life • **Mental Health Services**: Supporting quality of life for individuals through mental health services The foundation has demonstrated particular interest in funding …
How do I apply for a grant from Hoover Family Foundation?
Indianapolis Area: Applications are accepted by invitation only. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Hoover Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation operates in two primary regions: • **Indianapolis, Indiana** and surrounding areas (including Syracuse/North Webster) • **Portland, Oregon** (metropolitan area only) The foundation also has documented giving activity in Arizona.
What size grants does Hoover Family Foundation award?
In 2025, Hoover Family Foundation awarded 75 grants totaling $581K — an average of about $8K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Hoover Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2025, Hoover Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $469K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Hoover Family Foundation's EIN?
Hoover Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-1873953. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
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