Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Elkridge, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,500 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$129,500
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $116,510 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $107,600 | 38 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $116,510 | 44 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $129,500 | 47 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation 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 Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 18 | $43,000 |
| Virginia | 10 | $18,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of New Hampshire Foundation | Area of greatest need | $15,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Support helene disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Bca Bsa | Scholorship | $7,500 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Support for students | $5,000 |
| Centerfor Adoption Support and Educ | Support anniversay gala | $5,000 |
| College of the Ozarks | Support scholarship program | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Support scholarships | $5,000 |
| Mmyfc | Fundraising | $5,000 |
| NAMI Howard County MD | To support the verteran connection s | $5,000 |
| Patrick Henry College | Support area of greatest need | $5,000 |
| Aramina Freedom Initiative | Project safe off the streets | $3,000 |
| Bay Community Health | To support the area of greatest need | $3,000 |
| Elkridge Heritage Society | Support area of greatest need | $3,000 |
| Howard County Animal Control | To support the area of greatest need | $3,000 |
| Turning Point USA | To support area of greatest need | $2,500 |
| Frisky's Wildlife & Primate Sanctuary Inc | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation | Support scholarship | $2,000 |
| Gilchrist Center Howard County | Support we honor veterans program | $2,000 |
| Home for Our Troops | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Howard County Veterans | Support vets foundation and families | $2,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Children's Center | Gift to beneift mathilde lilly chae | $2,000 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | Are of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Kennedy Krieger Foundation | In memory of matthew and sofia | $2,000 |
| Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund | Support law enforcement profession | $2,000 |
| Media Research Center | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| National Association of Scholars | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| National Right to Work Foundation | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| St Joseph Indian School | Support mission | $2,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Team Blueline | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| College Republican National Committee | Support area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Dog Is My Copilot | Support area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Elkridge Assemble Rooms Inc | Support area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Depart | Support the area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | Support the area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | To support the area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Maryland Dental Action Coalition | Support area of greatest need | $1,000 |
| Neighbor Ride Inc | To help provide transporation | $1,000 |
| Shriners Children's | To support the area of greatest need | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Edward Hamel
- Fern Hamel
- Philip Gibbs
- John Hamel
- Jan Hines
Questions people ask
Does Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation give?
$129,500 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Edward Hamel (President), Fern Hamel (Secretary/Tr), Philip Gibbs (Vice Preside) and John Hamel (Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ed and Fern Hamel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and veterans.