How are the Endowments and the Heinz Family Foundation related?
While both foundations are rooted in the Heinz family, they are institutionally separate and pursue different agendas. The Heinz Family Foundation is one of several private family foundations collectively known as the Heinz Family Philanthropies. Return to Top Grant Application Process Who may apply for grants from the Endowments? The Endowments funds organizations classified as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and as public charities under section 509(a) of that code. Individuals and for-profit organizations are not eligible for funding. Additionally, if you are not classified as tax-exempt, you may not use a conduit organization. It is advised that organizations that have applied for 501(c)(3) status, but have not yet received a determination letter, submit a copy of their entire 501(c)(3) application to the Endowments for review by the foundation’s legal counsel. How should I go about requesting a grant? Beginning in July 2009, all applicants seeking a
