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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 59-3686985

Hard Rock Heals Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Davie, FL. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 82 grants and $1.7 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Preselected only

The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets and giving by year

6 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $1,711,708

    Grants listed
    82
    Assets, end of year
    $498,362
  • Tax year 2023

    $914,577

    Grants listed
    6
    Assets, end of year
    $500,162
  • Tax year 2022

    $0

    Grants listed
    0
    Assets, end of year
    $16,984
  • Tax year 2021

    $25,000

    Grants listed
    4
    Assets, end of year
    $797,234
  • Tax year 2020

    $500,000

    Grants listed
    36
    Assets, end of year
    $19,709
  • Tax year 2019

    $225,000

    Grants listed
    44
    Assets, end of year
    $19,709

Grants paid in 2024

82 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. American Cancer SocietyTampa, FL

    Everi Kiosk Change for Change Donation - Coconut CreekEveri Kiosk Change for Change Donation - HollywoodEveri Kiosk Change for Change Donation - ImmokaleeEveri Kiosk Change for Change Donation - TampaEveri Kiosk Change for Change Donation - Northern IndianaEveri Kiosk Change for Change Donation - Cincinnati

    $261,452
  2. Magee-Womens Research Institute and FoundationPittsburgh, PA

    March 2024 Change for Change charity partner payment. (Women's History Month)

    $198,404
  3. Covenant House Florida IncFt Lauderdale, FL

    Change for Change donation aligning with January cause Anti-Human Trafficking Month

    $143,529
  4. Ecpat USA End Child Prostitution Child Pornography and TraffickingBrooklyn, NY

    Change for Change donation aligning with January cause Anti-Human Trafficking Month

    $140,000
  5. Brazil FoundationNew York, NY

    Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign

    $125,000
  6. Twentyfour-Seven OrgClewiston, FL

    Jan-Feb Change for Change Charity Partner Payment (AHT Initiative) Focus Area: Human rights, Trafficking

    $90,000
  7. Ocean ConservancyWashington, DC

    Contribution to Ocean Conservancy

    $75,000
  8. The Trevor ProjectW Hollywood, CA

    Focus Area: Pride/LGBTQIA+

    $56,286
  9. Feeding America Tampa Bay IncTampa, FL

    Focus Area: Emergency relief/Health

    $50,174
  10. Tampa Bay Business Guild Inc DBA Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber IncTampa, FL

    Focus Area: Pride/LGBTQIA+ Funds for the Tampa Bay Diversity Chamber of Commerce Foundation Inc. are used to support educational programming for LGBTQ+ business owners and professionals. The Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to LGBTQ and allied students who exhibit leadership potential, demonstrate strong academic abilities, and are actively involved in school and community organizations as part of this Foundation.

    $41,277
  11. Redefining Refuge IncTampa, FL

    Promote positive educational goals. This includes attendance, improvement in graded activities, completion of enrolled grade-levels, attaining a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED). Funds from this grant will be used for tutoring, testing and laptops for children.

    $35,664
  12. Julie Weintraubs Hands Across the Bay IncClearwater, FL

    Focus Area: Homeless/Economic inequality

    $32,221
  13. American National Red CrossMiami, FL

    Western Wildfires Relief Efforts inspired by San Carlos Fire

    $25,000
  14. Compass IncLake Worth, FL

    Focus Area: Pride/LGBTQIA+ To provide education and mental health services to the LGBTQ community.

    $20,798
  15. World Central Kitchen IncWashington, DC

    Haiti Unrest donation

    $20,000
  16. SOS Childrens Villages Florida IncCoconut Creek, FL

    The funds received will be applied to the Residential Services budget and will used to cover budget items like allowances for the children, recreational programs and activities, field trips, personal care items for the children, school/college related expenses and programs like mental health counseling and tutoring.

    $16,745
  17. Flite (Florida Independence Training & Education Center Inc)Fort Lauderdale, FL

    Focus Area: Human rights, Trafficking-Funds will be used to provide health and wellness services, inclusive of mental & behavioral health counseling, crisis interventions, and primary care services for our youth who have aged out of foster care, have been human trafficked, LGBTQ displaced, and other vulnerable at-risk situations.

    $15,829
  18. Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital FoundationHollywood, FL

    Donation pledge for the Conine All-Star Classic 2024 to help aid in the foundation's objective to provide philanthropic support to the hospital to ensure quality, patient- and family-centered care is available to all children, regardless of their ability to pay.

    $14,348
  19. Tomorrows Rainbow IncCoconut Creek, FL

    Focus Area: Mental Health-The miniature horse farm caters to grieving children that have recently lost a loved one.

    $13,603
  20. Irreverent Warriors IncIrvine, CA

    Focus Area: Veterans-Funds will be used for funding community events and for our annual hike that we have once a year. During the hike, we need police escorts so we are able to safely cross streets, provide water, snacks, and lunch for veterans during our events and annual hike, medical supplies and several other things we need to bring veterans out of isolation and into community.

    $11,761
  21. Help of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, NV

    Focus Area: Mental Health

    $9,444
  22. Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Greater Fort Lauderdale IncWilton Manors, FL

    Focus Area: Pride/LGBTQIA+

    $9,349
  23. Nevada Partners IncN Las Vegas, NV

    Change for Change dollars will be used to support workforce programs in our community to train individuals for jobs that pay a living wage.

    $9,002
  24. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)Rye Brook, NY

    This grant will be utilized to continue funding research, education, and advocacy in Las Vegas by serving over 500 blood cancer patients (adults, children, and adolescents) with access to care, financial and co-pay assistance, and travel assistance.

    $8,679
  25. Naples Pride FL IncNaples, FL

    Focus Area: Pride/LGBTQIA+Naples Pride provides inclusive programs and resources to the LGBTQIA+ Community of SWFL at our Naples Pride Center. Will use the funds to support such programs.

    $8,233
  26. Friends For Las Vegas Metropolitan Police DepartmentLas Vegas, NV

    Focus Area: Children charities-Funds will be used to purchase and distribute school supplies to low-income students in the Las Vegas community.

    $8,226
  27. Youth Haven Foundation IncNaples, FL

    Focus Area: Children charities-The funds will be used for continued counseling and sheltering for children and teens that have been neglected, abandoned, and abused in Collier County. Funds provide shelter and counseling to children who are waiting to be placed with foster families, and or services provided to teens who are aging out of the foster system to keep them from becoming homeless.

    $6,755
  28. Dress for Success Southwest Florida IncFort Myers, FL

    Focus Area: Women-The mission of Dress for Success SW Florida is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support, and career development tools to help them thrive in work and in life.

    $6,521
  29. Crohns and Colitis Foundation IncNew York, NY

    Change for Change donation aligning with funding prority world humanitatrian day

    $6,386
  30. Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders Association IncChicago, IL

    2023 Walk to End Alzheimers - Broward - Change for Change Donation

    $6,193
  31. His House IncOpa Locka, FL

    Focus Area: Children charities - The purpose is to provide support to His House Children's Home. This includes, but not limited to, the day to day living essentials needed in raising children as well as for the costs of restoration and remodeling of 16 homes on our campus where our children live. This includes the updating of worn-out furniture and appliances, interior painting, and dcor of the living/dining areas, and children's bedrooms. Each year, over 1,000 abused, abandoned and neglected children call His House their home. We are the largest residential campus in Florida and with this many children, we are in constant need of upkeep to maintain the homes with a clean, safe and warm environment, which plays a big role in the therapeutic services we offer them.

    $5,843
  32. Nevada Partnership for Homeless YouthLas Vegas, NV

    Focus Area: Homeless/ Economic inequality

    $5,777
  33. Best Point Education and Behavioral HealthCincinnati, OH

    To create lasting results that strengthen families and community by guiding individuals from infancy to independence through comprehensive education, behavioral and mental health services.

    $5,000
  34. PACE Center for Girls IncJacksonville, FL

    Funding is utilised towards a music program that helps girls overcome past trauma and express themselves in a creative way.

    $5,000
  35. Role Model Movement Inc NFPChicago, IL

    The funds will support operations to uplift the community and implement programs such as the Explorers program and other initiatives aimed at uplifting underserved communities.

    $5,000
  36. Baltimore Childrens Museum IncBaltimore, MD

    The mission of Port Discovery Children's Museum is to provide unique opportunities and high-quality experiences that make play accessible, educational, and fun for all.

    $5,000
  37. Players Philanthropy FundTowson, MD

    To foster a profound impact on mental health and enhance the well-being of underserved communities through a dual commitment: promoting mental health awareness and supporting food-insecure populations with access to fresh, nutritious food.

    $5,000
  38. New York Edge IncWoodside, NY

    The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among students in underinvested communities. New York Edge will dedicate this funding to arts programs. These programs aim to foster creativity, self-confidence and self-discipline.

    $5,000
  39. Ann Storck Center IncFt Lauderdale, FL

    The funding will be instrumental in addressing the financial disparity faced by families relying on our comprehensive therapy program at the Ann Storck Center. The children's academic and educational program places a strong emphasis on Speech/Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Behavioral Therapy, collectively forming a crucial component in the ongoing development of children with disabilities.Despite the essential nature of these therapies, many families, heavily dependent on Medicaid, find the coverage inadequate to meet the full cost of these services. This financial gap means that children either do not receive the complete set of services they require, or families are burdened with out-of-pocket expenses to ensure their child's therapy needs are met.The funds we seek to allocate will be directed towards bridging this financial disparity. By doing so, the families can access the full spectrum of therapeutic services

    $5,000
  40. The Shade Tree IncorporatedLas Vegas, NV

    The Shade Tree is the largest shelter of its kind in the state, and the only 24-hour accessible shelter in the region designed specifically to meet the needs of women & children in crisis. As such, it is an expensive operation to not only maintain, but to improve. Additional funding will ensure continued support to offer current services, as well as implement new ones. It would be used to expand outwardly; purchasing safe houses in Las Vegas to house & support victims of human trafficking in an undisclosed location. The secret location provides an additional level of safety and security that will essentially enhance a survivor's healing and restoration. Also intending to implement wrap-around services including counselling and programing run within the houses.

    $5,000
  41. HR Recovery InitiativeVentnor City, NJ

    Funding will support current staffing activities at the Drop-in Center, Outreach Efforts, Case Management and Therapeutic Services to include: human trafficking screenings, distribution of clothing/hygiene packs, food baskets/meals, computer access, Emergency Placement/Sheltering/Housing Options, Identification Replacement; MH/SUD treatment linkage; NJSNAP/GA/EA advocacy; Transportation; Legal Referrals; Immigration Relief/Assistance Referrals; GED Preparation/College application Assistance, Access to Survivor Mentors/Peer SUD Recovery Mentors and more.

    $5,000
  42. Anti Human Trafficking and Child Abuse Center (ATCC)Thailand

    To prevent Human Trafficking

    $5,000
  43. No Strings Attached OutreachBoerne, TX

    This funding will allow to continue programs that are desperately needed. It could be designated towards one of the 3 day intensive retreats which are life transforming. This allows to change six survivors in the care lives even more. Otherwise the funds will be allocated to our daily operations which would provide trauma-informed therapy (clinically proven healing modalities) and mental health care for a survivor.

    $5,000
  44. Fundacja Na Ratunek Dzieciom z Chorob NowotworowPoland

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  45. Operation Hope IncAtlanta, GA

    This funding will support Operation HOPE Youth Programming through the Child Savings Accounts initiative. Your support will help us continue to ensure participating students and their families have the opportunity to develop financial plans for the future. The program will also provide financial workshops and coaching for students' parents and caregivers. Students will additionally receive financial literacy programming and college and career preparedness services throughout their K-12 experience.

    $5,000
  46. Broward Partnership For The Homeless IncFt Lauderdale, FL

    The program provides therapeutic and psychiatric services to clients experiencing mental health and/or substance abuse issues, which can be a barrier to transitioning from homelessness to housing stability. Supportive treatment provides individualized psychotherapy sessions designed to discover and treat unhealthy thoughts and emotions that perpetuate addiction and substance abuse disorders. The Partnership's therapists and contracted psychiatrist provide treatment in the form of psychiatric assessments, medication management, and counseling services for a variety of mental health conditions, including but not limited to psychotic disorders, addictive disorders, bipolar disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and stress related disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. Funding will be used to enhance the existing Behavioral Health program.

    $5,000
  47. Lifeboat Project IncApopka, FL

    A portion of this funding will be used for counseling services to human trafficking survivors. We also plan to use a portion of this funding for more human trafficking signage in hotel and tourist areas that includes the 'Silent Sign' we developed using the 'HT' of American Sign Language which is currently in over 600 locations at Orlando International Airport and in dozens of Greater Orlando hotels.

    $5,000
  48. Homeless Childrens Playtime Project IncWashington, DC

    Funds will be used for general operating support that will support play programs for children experiencing housing insecurity through programs at shelters, schools, and community sites throughout the D.C. region.

    $5,000
  49. Winnebago County CasaRockford, IL

    Winnebago County CASA will use this money to recruit and train volunteer advocates (CASAs) to help children who have experienced abuse and neglect.

    $5,000
  50. Yayasan Perahu Kuning HarapanPhilippines

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  51. Asociatia Little People RomaniaRomania

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  52. Yayasan Bali Bersama BisaIndonesia

    To support mental health

    $5,000
  53. Centros Sor Isolina Ferre IncPonce, PR

    Providing clothing and products to cover all necessities for this people in need.

    $5,000
  54. Malaysian Aids FoundationMalaysia

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  55. Fundacin Musicoterapia y SaludSpain

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  56. Tereza Maxov FoundationCzech Republic

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  57. Make-A-Wish Foundation of GeorgiaAtlanta, GA

    Funding will offset expenses for granting 54 wish kids in the metro Atlanta area. Funding from the foundation will strengthen the capability to bring a wish come true for a child who spends so much time within the four walls of a hospital room.

    $5,000
  58. Fondazione Progetto Itaca Onlus (Progetto Itacac Roma)Italy

    To support mental health

    $5,000
  59. Stiftung Ambulantes Kinderhospiz MunchenGermany

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  60. Girls Incorporated of BristolBristol, VA

    All funding will go towards providing educational programming to at-risk children in our community. This programming focuses on healthy living, academic enrichment, and life skills. Additionally, we make sure that all of our children's needs are met (food, clothing, hygiene products, household items, school supplies, etc.).

    $5,000
  61. National Christian Charitable Foundation IncOrlando, FL

    It will be pooled with other financial partners to support strategic projects with vetted non-profits fighting human trafficking here in our community. 100% of the funding goes towards projects as all internal costs are funded by the founders of SAFE and National Christian Foundation.

    $5,000
  62. Kirkens KorshaerDenmark

    To support mental health

    $5,000
  63. Roswell Park Alliance FoundationBuffalo, NY

    This funding would provide joyous experiences for our pediatric patients. For far too many of our youngest patients and their families, the emotional, physical and financial drains that accompany a cancer diagnosis are too much to handle without the support of specialized, trained professionals. It employ child life specialists to help our pediatric patients and their families understand all aspects of the journey they're on, psychotherapists to help address emotional ramifications, and many more professionals who contribute to our mission to care for the patient as a whole person, not just to treat their cancer.

    $5,000
  64. Fundaci RoureSpain

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  65. Son of A SaintNew Orleans, LA

    Many kids are affected by having no father or father figure due to death or incarceration. Son of a Saint provides the stability, mentorship and opportunity a young man needs to grow up and be successful, a productive citizen in New Orleans and wherever life may bring him. The funds will go directly to Son of a Saint to help this mission.

    $5,000
  66. Hoola Na PuaHonolulu, HI

    The grant will support the adaptation and growth of our transformative programs, underwriting the immediate need to prevent victimization, while helping sexually exploited and trafficked youth heal from and overcome trauma. Funding would also be used to deliver our innovative and impactful programming onsite at Pearl Haven and throughout local communities, building a national model of care.

    $5,000
  67. Rock Kids eVGermany

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  68. Nepal Childrens OrganisationNepal

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  69. Mamas Unidas por la Rehabilitacion de sus Hijos ACMexico

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  70. The National Foundation For Youth MusicUnited Kingdom

    To support children's charity

    $5,000
  71. Progetto Itaca Padova ODVItaly

    To support mental health

    $5,000
  72. Nordoff RobbinsUnited Kingdom

    To support mental health

    $5,000
  73. Chobee Elite Athletics IncOkeechobee, FL

    Youth Sponsorship for Chobee Elite Athletics

    $5,000
  74. Gulf Coast Center For Nonviolence IncBiloxi, MS

    The funding would be used to remove financial barriers to individuals and families engaged in services with the Center. This would include assistance with obtaining birth certificates and identification cards, prescription medication, medical co-pays, automotive repairs, rent/utility assistance, vocational and education expenses, and any other needs that arises and prevents individuals from moving forward with recovery from traumatic events.

    $5,000
  75. Progetto Itaca FirenzeItaly

    To support mental health.

    $5,000
  76. House A Vet IncStuart, FL

    November 2024 Change for Change donation recipient Seminole Casino Brighton

    $4,014
  77. Pink Tie Friends IncFort Pierce, FL

    2024 Change for Change donation recipient Seminole Casino Brighton

    $3,328
  78. Communities in Schools of NevadaLas Vegas, NV

    August Change for Change charity partner payment (Children Charities)

    $2,932
  79. Suncoast Mental Health Center IncStuart, FL

    May 2024 Change for Change donation recipient Seminole Casino Brighton

    $2,439
  80. Voices for Children of Okeechobee and The Treasure Coast IncFort Pierce, FL

    April 2024 Change for Change donation recipient Seminole Casino Brighton

    $2,351
  81. Treasure Coast Food Bank IncFort Pierce, FL

    "Contribution to the Treasure Coast Food Bank, Inc to help aid in the foundation's objective to alleviate hunger in Indian River, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee counties by providing emergency food distribution and developing programs that help individuals achieve long-term food security and self-sufficiency"

    $2,141
  82. Marthas House IncOkeechobee, FL

    Change for Change donation aligning with funding prority homelessness

    $2,004

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Health6 grants $249,45726% of the total
  2. Human services13 grants $231,83024% of the total
  3. International aid2 grants $145,00015% of the total
  4. Environment1 grant $75,0008% of the total
  5. Civil rights1 grant $56,2866% of the total
  6. Food and agriculture2 grants $52,3155% of the total
  7. 9 other causes20 grants $154,80216% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Florida32 grants $856,197
  2. New York5 grants $283,679
  3. Pennsylvania1 grant $198,404
  4. District of Columbia3 grants $100,000
  5. California2 grants $68,047
  6. Nevada6 grants $40,381
  7. Georgia2 grants $10,000
  8. Illinois2 grants $10,000
  9. Maryland2 grants $10,000
  10. Hawaii1 grant $5,000

Officers, directors and trustees

3 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Jeff HookCHEIF OPERATING OFFICER Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Francis Chesky IIISECRETARY Hours 0.1Pay $0
  • Vincent ZahnCHEIF FINANCIAL OFFICER Hours 0.1Pay $0

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