The Hershey Foundation
Concord Twnsp, Ohio · EIN 341525626 · Private foundation
Based in Concord Twnsp, Ohio, The Hershey Foundation has awarded $4.7M across 114 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Hershey Montessori School. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Hershey Foundation funds
The Hershey Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, education, environment & conservation, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hershey Montessori School UPPER SCHOOL CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Concord Twp, OH | $900K | 2018 |
| Hershey Montessori School OPTIMAL DESIGN FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE AND RENOVATIONS | Concord Twp, OH | $600K | 2023 |
| Hershey Montessori School OPTIMAL DESIGN FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE AND RENOVATIONS | Concord Twp, OH | $400K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The Hershey Foundation
The Hershey 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. You can review the foundation directly at fdncenter.org/grantmaker/hershey.
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Frequently asked questions about The Hershey Foundation
- Does The Hershey Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Hershey 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 The Hershey Foundation fund?
- The Hershey Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Hershey Montessori School. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Hershey Foundation give in grants?
- The Hershey Foundation reported $1.0M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.7M over 114 grants.
- Where is The Hershey Foundation located?
- The Hershey Foundation is based in Concord Twnsp, Ohio. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 341525626.
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