IRS 501(c)3 Application Campaign

At Hearth & Heritage Foodways, we believe food is more than sustenance — it is memory, identity, and legacy. We are building a nonprofit to preserve ancestral culinary traditions through education, storytelling, and community connection.

Our most urgent need is funding the legal and administrative costs of our 501(c)(3) application. This step unlocks tax‑deductible donations, grant eligibility, and the infrastructure to sustain our mission.

Your gift helps cover:

IRS filing and state compliance feesBasic technology for archiving recipes and oral historiesOutreach materials to invite community partners

💛 Every dollar matters. Whether $25 or $250, 100% of your gift goes toward securing nonprofit status and laying the foundation for future workshops, storytelling, and community grants.

⚖️ Tax Status Note Hearth & Heritage Foundation is incorporated in Texas and applying for federal 501(c)(3) recognition. Until approval, donations may not be tax‑deductible. Once granted, our exemption will be retroactive to our incorporation date.

✨ By supporting this campaign, you help us cross the threshold from vision to reality — preserving traditions, creating immersive experiences, and building a digital archive for generations to come.

🌟 Celebrating Our Contributors

When you give, your name will be listed on our Contributors Page, alongside others who share your passion for heritage and storytelling. Whether you’re a Community Supporter, Heritage Keeper, or Legacy Partner, your contribution is recognized as an essential part of our journey.