Junior Hero
Invitation OnlyScottsdale, Arizona · EIN 47-2272100 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$37K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $300 and $4,230.
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
27% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Youth Theatre | Scottsdale, AZ | General Support | $14,500 |
| Accents (Horizon High School) | Scottsdale, AZ | General Support | $11,176 |
| Take It From The Top | Pomona, NY | General Support | $4,230 |
| Arizona Thespians | Flagstaff, AZ | General Support | $2,285 |
| Kristen Chenoweth Arts and Education Fund | Woodland Hills, CA | General Support | $2,000 |
| United Food Bank | Mesa, AZ | General Support | $1,000 |
| Valley Guardians | Scottsdale, AZ | General Support | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Chicago, IL | General Support | $500 |
| Casa De Brazil | Scottsdale, AZ | General Support | $300 |
| Phoenix Children's Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | General Support | $250 |
| My AZ Recovery | Chandler, AZ | General Support | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,441 | 11 |
| 2024 | $43,179 | 12 |
| 2023 | $44,505 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632459349100618
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2272100
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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