Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Mattoon, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $203,375 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$203,375
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $225,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $140,000 | 13 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $225,000 | 13 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $203,375 | 13 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust 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 Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $203,375 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Quincy University | Scholarships | $40,000 |
| Diocese of Springfield | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Immaculate Conception Church | Operating expenses/special offerings | $30,000 |
| Calvary Cemetery | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| St John's School of Nursing | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| The Congregation of the 3rd Order | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Knights of Columbus 1057 | Charitable projects | $15,000 |
| Presence Covenant Medical Center | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| The Haven | Operating expenses | $6,375 |
| Camp New Hope | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Coles Co Council on Aging | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Mattoon Community Food Center | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Mid-Il Big Brother Big Sisters | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- FMWM Co Trustee Fees
- FMWM Co Management Fees
Questions people ask
Does Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust give?
$203,375 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists FMWM Co Trustee Fees (Trustee) and FMWM Co Management Fees (Trustee).
What does Mercedes L Hoag Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.