Norbert H Hardner Foundation
Invitation OnlyAustin, Texas · EIN 74-2952380 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $40,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
71% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Preparatory School | Erie, PA | Student scholarships | $60,000 |
| Homefront Inc | Stamford, CT | Home renovation for financially disadvantaged | $40,000 |
| Communities In Schools | Austin, TX | Mental health services in public schools | $25,000 |
| Erie City Mission | Erie, PA | Program for at-risk youth in Erie PA | $15,000 |
| Georgetown Project | Georgetown, TX | After-school program for at-risk youth | $12,500 |
| Carolyns House Hospice | Harrisburg, PA | Support for uncompensated EOL care | $5,000 |
| Shankar Service Foundation | Rochester, NY | School & clinic in underservce community in India | $2,400 |
The return also lists 9 grants to individuals ($160,100). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $320,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | $290,000 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543109349101239
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2952380
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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