Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Grasonville, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,200 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $2,500. 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$10,200
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$129,702
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9,250 the year before.
24% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,250 | 18 | $127,892 |
| 2024 | $10,200 | 21 | $129,702 |
How to apply
Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable 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 Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 20 | $9,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Parish | Donation | $2,500 |
| Compass Regional Hospice | Donation | $1,000 |
| Grasonville VFD | Donation | $1,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center | Donation | $500 |
| Grasonville Ambulance | Donation | $500 |
| Shorerivers | Donation | $500 |
| St Patrick's Episcopal Day School | Donation | $400 |
| St Annes School of Annapolis | Donation | $400 |
| Adkins Arboretum | Donation | $300 |
| Casa | Donation | $300 |
| Haven Ministries Inc | Donation | $300 |
| MD Food Bank | Donation | $300 |
| MD Public TV | Donation | $300 |
| The Chesterwye Center | Donation | $300 |
| The Children's Home Foundation | Donation | $300 |
| Women and Girls Fund | Donation | $300 |
| Chesapeake Charities | Donation | $300 |
| Salvation Army | Donation | $250 |
| American Red Cross | Donation | $250 |
| Church Hill Theatre | Donation | $100 |
| Kent Island Heritage Society | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard O Hardesty Jr
- Brenda Hardesty
- Kelly Phipps
Questions people ask
Does Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$10,200 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Bernard O Hardesty Jr (President), Brenda Hardesty (Vice President) and Kelly Phipps (Vice President).
What does Bernard and Betty Hardesty Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.