Does Heifer International Foundation accept grant applications?

Heifer International Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.

What does Heifer International Foundation fund?

Heifer International Foundation's grants focus on food & agriculture. Recent recipients include Heifer Project International, Heifer Project International, Heifer Project International. Its full grant history is listed above.

How much does Heifer International Foundation give in grants?

Heifer International Foundation reported $3.5M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $21.2M over 6 grants.

Where is Heifer International Foundation located?

Heifer International Foundation is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 710699939.

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Heifer International Foundation

Little Rock, Arkansas · EIN 710699939 · Private foundation

Heifer International Foundation is a Arkansas-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $3.5M in annual giving against $220.2M in assets. This page documents the 6 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Heifer International Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$3.5M

Annual giving (FY2021)

$220.2M

Total assets

Grants tracked

2025

Most recent grant

What Heifer International Foundation funds

Heifer International Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on food & agriculture.

Food & Agriculture

Populations it has supported include low-income communities.

low-income communities

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Heifer International Foundation, by amount:

Recipient	Location	Grant	Year
Heifer Project International ONGOING SUPPORT BASED ON DONOR RESTRICTIONS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, AND BYLAWS OF HEIFER INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, BASED ON BOARD GOVERN	Little Rock, AR	$7.0M	2023
Heifer Project International ONGOING SUPPORT BASED ON DONOR RESTRICTIONS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, AND BYLAWS OF HEIFER INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, BASED ON BOARD GOVERN	Little Rock, AR	$4.5M	2024
Heifer Project International GENERAL SUPPORT	Little Rock, AR	$4.5M	2025
Heifer Project International ONGOING SUPPORT BASED ON DONOR RESTRICTIONS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, AND BYLAWS OF HEIFER INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, BASED ON BOARD GOVERN	Little Rock, AR	$3.0M	2021
Heifer Project International ONGOING SUPPORT BASED ON DONOR RESTRICTIONS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, AND BYLAWS OF HEIFER INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, BASED ON BOARD GOVERN	Little Rock, AR	$1.2M	2019
Heifer Project International ONGOING SUPPORT BASED ON DONOR RESTRICTIONS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, AND BYLAWS OF HEIFER INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, BASED ON BOARD GOVERN	Little Rock, AR	$971K	2018

Heifer International Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$971K

2019$1.2M

2021$3.0M

2023$7.0M

2024$4.5M

2025$4.5M

How to apply for funding from Heifer International Foundation

Heifer International Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at heiferfoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Heifer International Foundation

Does Heifer International Foundation accept grant applications?: Heifer International Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Heifer International Foundation fund?: Heifer International Foundation's grants focus on food & agriculture. Recent recipients include Heifer Project International, Heifer Project International, Heifer Project International. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Heifer International Foundation give in grants?: Heifer International Foundation reported $3.5M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $21.2M over 6 grants.
Where is Heifer International Foundation located?: Heifer International Foundation is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 710699939.
How can I find foundations similar to Heifer International Foundation?: Bespoke Grants matches your nonprofit against 225,000+ foundations like Heifer International Foundation, ranking each by how well it fits your mission, location, and budget — with the reasoning shown. It is free to search.

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About this profile. This page is built from Heifer International Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Heifer International Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.