David W Hearst Jr Foundation
San Diego, California · EIN 843104245 · Private foundation
Based in San Diego, California, David W Hearst Jr Foundation has awarded $5.6M across 135 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Scripps Foundation. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What David W Hearst Jr Foundation funds
David W Hearst Jr Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, education, food & agriculture, health care, higher education, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, homeless population, older adults, veterans, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scripps Foundation GRANTS RELATED TO PURPOSE OF CHARTIABLE ORGANIZATION | La Jolla, CA | $200K | 2022 |
| The Scripps Research Institute SALARY SUPPORT FOR A RESEARCH COORDINATOR/SCIENTIST IN DR. ROBERT RUSSO'S CDAC & MAGNASAFE CLINICAL STUDIES | La Jolla, CA | $200K | 2025 |
| The Scripps Research Institute DR. ROBERT RUSSO | La Jolla, CA | $200K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from David W Hearst Jr Foundation
David W Hearst Jr Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about David W Hearst Jr Foundation
- Does David W Hearst Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
- David W Hearst Jr Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does David W Hearst Jr Foundation fund?
- David W Hearst Jr Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Scripps Foundation, The Scripps Research Institute. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does David W Hearst Jr Foundation give in grants?
- David W Hearst Jr Foundation reported $532K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.6M over 135 grants.
- Where is David W Hearst Jr Foundation located?
- David W Hearst Jr Foundation is based in San Diego, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 843104245.
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