Hersher Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyArlington, Massachusetts · EIN 06-1484489 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$2.6M
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$286,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $272,000 and $300,000.
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
75% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aclu Foundation | New York, NY | Charitable support | $1,758,371 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England | Colchester, VT | Charitable support | $300,000 |
| Partners in Health | Boston, MA | Charitable support | $286,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | New York, NY | Charitable support | $272,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,616,371 | 4 |
| 2024 | $134,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $125,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622619349100702
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1484489
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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