About The Herman Family Foundation

About The Herman Family Foundation

Our Mission

The Herman Family Foundation is committed to strengthening the region through consistent, thoughtful investment in people and organizations doing meaningful work in the arts, education, and affordable housing, fostering lasting, positive change across Mecklenburg, York, and surrounding counties.

WHERE WE FOCUS OUR SUPPORT

Rooted in the Herman family’s values, the Foundation focuses its grants in three core areas that help people build stable and fulfilling lives over time.

Arts

Education

Affordable Housing

Arts

The Foundation supports organizations that provide access to performing, fine, and visual arts for school-aged children. Creative expression is essential for personal growth, learning, and community building, and the Foundation focuses on programs that increase access to the arts throughout the region.

Education

Education is essential to lifelong opportunity. The Foundation supports programs that help school-aged children access educational enrichment, summer learning, and experiences that expand academic and personal development.

Affordable Housing

Safe, stable housing is foundational to individual and family well-being. The Foundation supports organizations that provide direct services to individuals facing housing insecurity and that expand access to affordable housing within the communities it serves.

How We Approach Grantmaking

The Herman Family Foundation seeks to be a thoughtful, reliable partner for nonprofit organizations serving local communities. The Foundation values:
  • Programs that clearly benefit residents of Mecklenburg, York, and nearby counties

  • Efforts that increase access, opportunity, and stability for school-aged children and families

  • Organizations with a strong track record of service and responsible stewardship of resources

The Foundation reviews applications through a consistent process and considers both the immediate and long-term impact of the work being funded.

Visit the Grants page to learn more about eligibility and how to apply

Our Community Footprint

The Herman Family Foundation is committed to strengthening the region through consistent, thoughtful investment in people and organizations doing meaningful work in the arts, education, and affordable housing, fostering lasting, positive change across Mecklenburg, York, and surrounding counties.

Connect With Us

Organizations that align with the Foundation’s focus areas are encouraged to reach out with questions about eligibility or the grant process.
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