Waffle House Foundation Inc
Historical FunderNorcross, Georgia · EIN 58-1477023 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | KARI HIERS |
|---|---|
| Address | 5986 FINANCIAL DR, NORCROSS GA 30071 |
| Phone | 7707295700 |
| KARIHIERS@WAFFLEHOUSE.COM | |
| Form and materials | REQUESTS SHOULD INCLUDE A LETTER AND ANY AVAILABLE PROGRAM MATERIALS |
| Deadlines | THERE IS NO DEADLINE FOR CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION REQUESTS. |
| Restrictions | AWARDS ARE DETERMINED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS. PREFERENCE IS GIVEN TO METRO ATLANTA ORGANIZATIONS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
3% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian City | Union City, GA | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Operation Warm | Glen Mills, PA | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Catalyst Sports | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Must Ministries | Marietta, GA | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Lighthouse Family Retreat | Alpharetta, GA | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Angel Flight | Chamblee, GA | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Songs for Kids Foundation | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Agape Youth and Family Center | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Breakthrough Atlanta | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Mission | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Standup for Kids | Decatur, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Homestretch | Roswell, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Sunshine on a Ranney Day | Roswell, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Auditory Verbal Center | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| North Metro Miracle League | Alpharetta, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Intown Cares | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Hirsh Academy | Decatur, GA | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Eagles Ranch | Flowery Branch, GA | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Outreach in Action | Jonesboro, GA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Everybody Wins Atlanta | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | Norcross, GA | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Georgia Council on Economic Education | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Willie Watkins Funeral Home | Atlanta, GA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Thrive Together | Cumming, GA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Georgia Lions Lighthouse | Chamblee, GA | Charitable | $500 |
| Ga Alliance for Breast Cancer | Peachtree Corners, GA | Charitable | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $288,000 | 29 |
| 2023 | $321,600 | 39 |
| 2022 | $255,000 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620839349100317
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-1477023
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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