Diane And Bruce Halle Foundation

Quick Stats

• Annual Giving: $41.6 million (2023)
• Success Rate: Not publicly available
• Decision Time: 2-4 weeks for LOI review; board meets three times annually
• Grant Range: Typically $25,000-$250,000; up to $4 million for select long-term partners
• Geographic Focus: Arizona

Contact Details

• Website: https://dianeandbrucehallefoundation.org/
• Phone: 480.515.7500
• Email: info@hallefoundation.org
• Address: 20225 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255
• Executive Director: Tom Egan

Overview

The Diane And Bruce Halle Foundation is a private foundation established in 2002 by Bruce T. Halle, founder of Discount Tire Company. With annual giving of approximately $41.6 million in 2023, the foundation focuses on strengthening daily opportunities and lifelong outcomes for people and communities in Arizona. The foundation operates from Scottsdale, Arizona, and is grounded in spiritual values emphasising "doing the right thing, supporting our neighbours and healing our communities." The foundation reflects Bruce Halle's entrepreneurial legacy and commitment to fairness and integrity in community support.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programmes

The foundation organises its giving across five key categories:

• Human Services: Supporting basic human needs including food, shelter, clothing, and emotional/spiritual support
• Health & Medical: Grants to hospitals and medical facilities for healthcare access and services, including programmes improving access for low-income populations, rural populations, and veterans
• Education: Supporting educational institutions and access to training opportunities, particularly for lower-income students from pre-K through university
• Arts & Culture: Supporting cultural institutions with particular interest in Latin American art
• Spirituality: Donations for spiritual support and faith-based organisations

Priority Areas

• Organisations headquartered in Arizona with the majority of staff, services, and requested funding in Arizona
• Programmes providing access to essential services and resources
• Initiatives increasing opportunities in underserved areas
• Established organisations with annual budgets of $1 million or more

What They Don't Fund

Specific exclusions not publicly documented; contact foundation directly for detailed restrictions.

Governance and Leadership

Key Personnel:

• Diane M. Halle: Chairman/President
• Nikki Halle: Vice President
• Sheila Zuieback: Secretary
• Wilson Lyle: Director/Treasurer
• Chris Pedersen: Director
• Tom Egan: Executive Director

The foundation operates with an all-volunteer board (all board members show $0 compensation per 990 filings) demonstrating lean operational structure with funds directed primarily toward grant-making.

Application Process & Timeline

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for funding, organisations must:

• Be in operation and have 501(c)(3) status for at least three years, preferably five years
• Have filed a Form 990 tax return with the IRS within the last year
• Have audited financial statements by an independent accountant within the last 18 months
• Be headquartered in Arizona, with the majority of staff, services provided, and requested funding in Arizona
• Have an annual cash budget of a minimum of $1,000,000
• Align with one of the foundation's five strategic funding pillars
• Have a conversation with foundation staff prior to any submission

Organisations that have received funding for five consecutive years must wait a minimum of one year from their grant end date before the foundation will consider another request.

How to Apply

The foundation uses a formal two-stage application process:

1. Eligibility Quiz: Complete the eligibility quiz on the foundation's website to evaluate organisational eligibility and receive access to the online grants management portal if eligible

2. Letter of Inquiry (LOI): Schedule an LOI discussion with foundation staff, then prepare and submit your LOI within 2-4 weeks

3. LOI Review: Receive notification via email 2-4 weeks after LOI submission regarding approval and which concepts are approved for a full application

4. Full Application: Submit a full application for the approved concept(s)

5. Site Visit & Review: Foundation staff may conduct a site visit as part of due diligence and decision-making

Application Cycles

The board meets three times per year to review proposals. Application cycles operate with the following timeline:

• LOI deadlines: November 15, February 15, and July 15
• Board meetings: February, May, and October

Getting on Their Radar

• Complete the eligibility quiz to determine fit
• Ensure your organisation meets all minimum requirements before applying
• Schedule a conversation with foundation staff early in the process
• Demonstrate clear alignment with one of the five funding categories
• Show substantial community impact in Arizona

Decision Timeline

• LOI review: 2-4 weeks after submission
• Board decisions made at meetings in February, May, and October

Success Rates

Application statistics and success rates not publicly available.

Reapplication Policy

Organisations that had an LOI or application declined must wait a minimum of one year from the decision date before the foundation will consider another request.

Application Success Factors

Based on observed grant patterns and stated priorities:

• Eligibility alignment: Meeting all baseline requirements (budget size, years in operation, Arizona location)
• Geographic alignment: Strong preference for organisations headquartered in Arizona
• Mission alignment: Clear connection to one of five funding categories
• Organisational capacity: Minimum $1 million annual budget requirement indicates preference for established organisations
• Community impact: Demonstrable benefit to communities in Arizona
• Basic needs focus: Programmes addressing fundamental human services tend to receive substantial support
• Established organisations: Recent grants show preference for well-established institutions (universities, major health systems, established human service providers)

Recent Grant Examples

Notable recent grants include:

• Foundation for Senior Living: $2,400,000 (Human Services)
• Creighton University Arizona Health Education Alliance: $2,000,000 (Education)
• Valleywise Health Foundation: $2,000,000 (Health & Medical)

The foundation made 113 grants in 2023 totalling $41.6 million.

Grant Size and Range

• Minimum: Typically $25,000
• Typical range: $25,000 to $250,000
• Maximum for select long-term partners: Up to $4,000,000

The foundation favours moderate to large grants for established organisations with substantial operating budgets.

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

• The foundation operates a formal application process with three annual cycles
• Strong Arizona focus with strict eligibility requirements (headquarters, budget size, years in operation)
• Substantial grants available for established organisations (typical range $25,000-$250,000, with larger grants for long-term partners)
• Two-stage process requiring LOI discussion with staff before full application
• Mission alignment with spiritual values and community support essential
• Human services, healthcare, and education receive significant support
• Organisations must meet minimum $1 million annual budget requirement
• Pre-application conversation with foundation staff required

References

• ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Diane And Bruce Halle Foundation Profile (accessed May 2026)
• Diane And Bruce Halle Foundation Official Website - https://dianeandbrucehallefoundation.org/ (accessed May 2026)
• Inside Philanthropy - Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation Profile (accessed May 2026)
• IRS Form 990 Data via ProPublica (2023 filing)
• CauseIQ Foundation Profile - Diane And Bruce Halle Foundation (accessed May 2026)
• GuideStar Profile - EIN 46-0469787 (accessed May 2026)