David W Henderman Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLouisville, Kentucky · EIN 23-7109635 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$169K
Organizations funded37
Typical grant$3,300
Total assets$4.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
48% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayside Christian Mission Men | Louisville, KY | Christmas/General fund mens shelter | $33,500 |
| In Touch Ministrs Dr Charles Stanle | Atlanta, GA | General fund | $12,000 |
| Salvation Army- City | Louisville, KY | Local general operating fund | $11,500 |
| Salvation Army - Angel Tree | Louisville, KY | Angel tree | $9,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Scottsdale, AZ | General fund | $8,500 |
| Educational Foundation of the Kycpa | Louisville, KY | Accounting scholarships | $7,500 |
| Giftsclothingfood Waysideplym | Louisville, KY | General fund | $6,023 |
| American Red Cross- Louisville Area | Louisville, KY | Ky flood victims | $5,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | General fund | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Louisville, KY | Ky flood victims | $5,000 |
| Cru | Orlando, FL | Operating fund | $4,800 |
| Smile Train | Washington, DC | Cleft surgery fund | $4,000 |
| St Jude | Memphis, TN | General fund | $4,000 |
| St John Center Homeless Men | Louisville, KY | General fund | $3,750 |
| Bsideu for Life Fka Awc | Louisville, KY | General fund | $3,700 |
| Lifehouse Inc | Louisville, KY | Womens maternity ministry | $3,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | General fund | $3,500 |
| Vips- Visually Impaired Preschool S | Louisville, KY | General fund | $3,500 |
| Neighborhood Visitor Pgrm Eacm | Louisville, KY | Christmas and general fund | $3,300 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Louisville, KY | General fund | $3,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation | Arlington, VA | Mercatus annual fund | $3,000 |
| Bob Russell Ministries | Louisville, KY | General fund and local benevolence | $2,800 |
| Wallbuilder Presentations | Aledo, TX | General fund | $2,600 |
| Central Ky Jewish Federation | Lexington, KY | General fund | $2,500 |
| Louisville Keep Your Fork | Louisville, KY | Floyds fork preservation | $2,500 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Sacramento, CA | General fund | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross- Louisville Area | Louisville, KY | General fund | $2,000 |
| Dr David Jeremiah Ministry | San Diego, CA | General fund | $2,000 |
| Wjie 885 | Louisville, KY | General fund | $1,500 |
| Pinehaven Christian Children's Ranc | St Ignatius, MT | General fund | $1,300 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assoc | Charlotte, NC | General fund | $1,250 |
| For Her | Lubbock, TX | Medical care for women | $1,000 |
| Insight for Living Rev Chs Swindol | Frisco, TX | General fund | $1,000 |
| Way Fm 1059 | Colorado Springs, CO | General fund | $1,000 |
| Christian Business Men's Committee | Chattanooga, TN | General fund | $600 |
| Lost Sheep of Louisville | Prospect, KY | Feed homeless | $500 |
| Hillsdale College | Washington, DC | General purpose | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $168,523 | 37 |
| 2024 | $150,158 | 33 |
| 2023 | $137,313 | 35 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612239349100826
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7109635
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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