What We Support

The Herman Family Foundation focuses its grantmaking on three interconnected areas that help people grow, learn, and live in stable homes. Funding is directed toward organizations that demonstrate strong leadership, clear purpose, and a meaningful connection to the communities they serve.

The Foundation prioritizes initiatives that expand opportunity, strengthen local systems, and deliver tangible benefits for individuals and families.

What We Support

The Herman Family Foundation focuses its grantmaking on three interconnected areas that help people grow, learn, and live in stable homes. Funding is directed toward organizations that demonstrate strong leadership, clear purpose, and a meaningful connection to the communities they serve.

The Foundation prioritizes initiatives that expand opportunity, strengthen local systems, and deliver tangible benefits for individuals and families.

Arts

Education

Affordable Housing

Arts

The Foundation supports programs that increase access to performing, fine, and visual arts for school-aged children. Priority is given to organizations that remove barriers to participation and foster creativity, confidence, and connection through artistic expression.
  • In school and after-school arts programs

  • Youth theater, music, and dance initiatives

  • Visual arts workshops and community exhibits for children

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Education

The Foundation seeks to provide school-aged children with access to educational programming, summer camps, and other opportunities that expand their learning. Funding supports programs that help students build skills, confidence, and curiosity that extend beyond the classroom.  
  • Academic enrichment and tutoring programs

  • Summer learning camps that reduce learning loss

  • STEM, literacy, and college readiness initiatives

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Affordable Housing

Providing the opportunity for stable, safe, and affordable housing for all is a key priority for the Foundation. Financial support will be provided to organizations in Mecklenburg, York, and surrounding counties that provide direct services to individuals and families facing a housing crisis or working to secure affordable housing.  
  • Emergency housing and shelter programs

  • Rental support and housing navigation services

  • Community based programs that increase access to long term affordable housing

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What We Look For

The Foundation seeks nonprofit partners that demonstrate:
  • Alignment with one or more focus areas

  • Service within Mecklenburg, York, or surrounding counties

  • A clear and compelling mission

  • Responsible use of funding

  • Measurable or observable community impact

Organizations interested in learning more about the Foundation’s priorities and grantmaking approach are encouraged to review the funding guidelines or contact the Foundation for additional information.

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