Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,450 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $22,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$49,450
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was down from $77,450 the year before.
58% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $96,900 | 12 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $77,450 | 10 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $49,450 | 14 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Duke and Gael Habernickel 919 N Market Street Ste 725, Wilmington, DE 19808 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (772) 234-7451 |
| What to submit | Applications for grants to the organization must be in writing through 501(c)(3) organizations and public charities. Grants are only distributed to public charities, not to individuals. |
| Restrictions | The organization seeks to provide grants to support 501(c)(3) public charity-grants to hospitals, the arts, education, land preservation, libraries and religious institutions. The awards are made to organizations such as hospitals, universities, and religious institutions and other 501(c)(3) organizations regardless of geographic area within the United States of America. |
What Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $45,450 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Theatre | General support | $22,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art | General support | $14,000 |
| McKee Botanical Garden | General support | $4,500 |
| Museum of Modern Art | General support | $1,500 |
| St Elizabeths Church | General support | $1,000 |
| Indian River Land Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| The Learning Alliance | General support | $1,000 |
| Montclair Kimberley Academy | General support | $1,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | General support | $750 |
| Individual | General support | $700 |
| All Saints Church Bay Head | General support | $500 |
| John's Island Community Services | General support | $500 |
| Individual | General support | $500 |
| Vero Beach Community Foundation | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Max Habernickel III
- Gael Habernickel
Questions people ask
Does Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation give?
$49,450 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Max Habernickel III (Director) and Gael Habernickel (Director).
What does Duke and Gael Habernickel Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and faith communities.