The Henriksen Family Giving Fund | Family Led Grants and Scholarships

Rooted in family. Growing generosity, one life at a time.

The Henriksen Family Giving Fund is a family led charitable fund that connects generous donors with individuals, families, and organizations in real need. Through grants, scholarships, and direct assistance, we help people move forward with dignity and hope.

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Our Mission and Our Family

Generosity that is personal, thoughtful, and relational.

Our mission is to empower donors to make a direct and meaningful impact by providing targeted financial support to individuals, families, and foundations in need. We facilitate grants and scholarships to deserving recipients, fostering opportunities for growth and development. We also create a vibrant community where donors and beneficiaries can connect, share life experiences, and build lasting relationships.

The Henriksen family created this fund to make giving easier and more intentional. We saw people around us facing real financial and life challenges, and donors who wanted to help in ways that felt personal, not distant. By placing structure around our family’s giving, we are able to listen to real stories, respond to real needs, and follow up to understand the impact of each grant.

What We Do

We focus our efforts where a relatively small amount of support can make a clear and meaningful difference. These are the main ways the Henriksen Family Giving Fund serves people and communities.

Direct Financial Assistance

Providing grants or scholarships to individuals, families, or nonprofit organizations that are facing financial hardship or pursuing meaningful opportunities.

Educational Programs

Offering educational resources, workshops, or seminars that equip recipients with skills and knowledge that can improve their life circumstances.

Community Building

Hosting gatherings, support groups, or online spaces where donors and beneficiaries can connect, share experiences, and offer mutual support.

Awareness and Storytelling

Creating and sharing materials that highlight specific needs and tell the stories of people who have been helped, encouraging others to give.

Fundraising

Organizing charitable events and campaigns, both online and in person, to raise funds that power our grants and scholarship programs.

Connections and Partnerships

Connecting recipients with additional resources, collaborating with other nonprofits, and building a network of partners.

Helping people move forward with dignity and hope.

Grants and Scholarships

We provide grants and scholarships that support real people with real needs. Every request is reviewed individually. We consider both financial need and the potential for lasting impact.

Types of Scholarships and Grants

Educational Scholarships. Financial support for students pursuing higher education.
Skill Development Scholarships. Grants for individuals seeking to build new skills through workshops.
Special Needs Scholarships. Assistance for individuals with disabilities to access resources.
Underrepresented Group Scholarships. Support to foster educational and personal growth.
Emergency Scholarships. Short term financial assistance for sudden hardship.
Continuing Education. Support for adults returning to school.
Merit Based with Financial Need. Recognition for strong achievements.

General Guidelines

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
We may request documentation (invoices, letters).
Funds may be paid directly to providers/schools.
Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.

For Donors

We help donors give with confidence, clarity, and connection. As a donor, you can support people and causes you care about while relying on our family board to steward funds thoughtfully.

Why give through the Henriksen Family Giving Fund

Personal Connection. Support individuals whose stories matter to you.
Thoughtful Review. Our board reviews each request manually.
Focused Impact. Directing funds toward clear needs.
Relational Giving. Creating ways to share updates and stories.

Ways to Participate

Make a Contribution

Provide a one time or recurring gift that the fund will allocate according to our mission.

Suggest a Grant

If you know someone who might benefit from support, you can encourage them to apply.

Partner on a Project

Collaborate with us to create a named scholarship or focus your giving on a specific need.

Apply for a Grant

If you or someone you know is facing a financial need or pursuing an opportunity that fits our giving priorities, you are welcome to apply.

Applicant Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Mailing address

Application Type

I am applying for myself I am applying on behalf of someone else

Type of Support Requested

Select category

Amount requested (USD)

Purpose and story

Describe the need, how funds will be used, and why this support matters right now.

Timing and deadlines

I confirm that the information in this application is true to the best of my knowledge.

Submitting an application does not guarantee funding. We treat every story with respect and confidentiality.

FAQs and Contact

Who can apply?

Individuals, families, or organizations may apply if their request aligns with our giving priorities.