Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $255,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$255,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $250,000 the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $250,000 | 16 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 15 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $255,000 | 17 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $195,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Kenny High School | Education for High School Students | $50,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | General Church Activities | $40,000 |
| San Jose Catholic Church | General Church Activities | $25,000 |
| Focus | Spiritual Programs for University Students | $20,000 |
| Cathedral Basilica | General Church Activities | $20,000 |
| IM Sulzbacher Center For the Homeless | Assistance to indigent individuals / families | $20,000 |
| The Guardian Catholic Schools | Education for indigent children | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities Bureau | Assistance to indigent individuals / families | $10,000 |
| Communita Cenacolo America Inc | Assistance to indigent individuals / families | $10,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | General Church Activities | $10,000 |
| Womens Help Center | Assistance for expectant mothers | $10,000 |
| Archdiocese for Military Services | General Church Activities | $5,000 |
| Missionaries of Charity | Assistance to indigent individuals / families | $5,000 |
| Relevant Radio | Spiritual Programming | $5,000 |
| Thomas More Law Center | Legal Assistance | $5,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Assistance to indigent individuals / families | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Mary World Villages for Children | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph P Helow
- Margaret O Helow
- Mary H Pritchard
- Anne H Darling
- Diane H Parker
- Katherine H Gilligan
- Theresa H Ryan
Questions people ask
Does Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc give?
$255,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph P Helow (President/Director), Margaret O Helow (Secretary/Treasurer Director), Mary H Pritchard (Director) and Anne H Darling (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Margaret & George Helow Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.