Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Columbia, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 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$144,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $108,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $160,750 | 15 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 12 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $144,500 | 8 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family 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 Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 7 | $139,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Archdiocese of Baltimore | General support | $50,000 |
| St Louis Roman Catholic Church | General support | $25,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society of Baltimore | General support | $20,000 |
| Sisters Academy of Baltimore | General support | $17,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor Service Corporation | General support | $15,000 |
| Maryland Province Jesuits | General support | $10,000 |
| Jesuits Midwest Province (USA Midwest Province of the Society of Jesus Inc) | General support | $5,000 |
| Fuel Fund of Maryland | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Helm
- Margaret M Helm
- FR Timothy B Brown SJ
- FR Timothy J Stephens SJ
- Margaret M Valentine
- Mary K O'Hara
Questions people ask
Does Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust give?
$144,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert W Helm (Trustee), Margaret M Helm (Trustee), FR Timothy B Brown SJ (Trustee) and FR Timothy J Stephens SJ (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.