The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Betterton, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,820 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $15,500. 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$69,820
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$15,500
- Assets$457,559
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $63,766 the year before.
53% 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 | $58,633 | 15 | $596,476 |
| 2024 | $63,766 | 17 | $549,673 |
| 2025 | $69,820 | 20 | $457,559 |
How to apply
The Hedgelawn 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 20 | $69,820 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mainstay | Music venue: classical/bluegrass | $15,500 |
| Kent Cultural Alliance | Resident artist program | $10,000 |
| Kent County Public Library | Regional acquisition-rock hall branc | $7,500 |
| Washington College | Exhibit sponsor - green room | $7,000 |
| Church Hill Theatre | Community theatre | $5,000 |
| Choptank Tolomato Legacy Project | Whitsitt: artist residency program | $3,969 |
| Shorerivers | Event sponsor | $3,600 |
| Garfield Center for the Arts | Jazzfest music festival | $3,100 |
| Kent County High School Band | Band competition | $2,500 |
| Sultana Educational Foundation | Event sponsor | $2,500 |
| Bay Country Chorus | Music program | $2,000 |
| National Music Festival | Music festival | $1,750 |
| Kent County Historical Society | Historical walking tours | $1,500 |
| Garfield Center for the Arts | Playmakers' camp | $1,151 |
| Minary's Dream Alliance | Event sponsor | $500 |
| Betterton Community Dev Corp | Support betterton heritage museum | $500 |
| Bay Journal | Public press | $500 |
| Sandy's Garden | Community support | $500 |
| Sassi Scholarship Fund | Artist scolarship fund | $500 |
| The Chestertown Spy | Public press | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin G Kohl Jr
- Kimberley M Kohl
- Meredith Hadaway
- John Schratwieser
- Tara Gladden
Questions people ask
Does The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc give?
$69,820 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Benjamin G Kohl Jr (President), Kimberley M Kohl (Secretary/Tr), Meredith Hadaway (Vice Preside) and John Schratwieser (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Hedgelawn Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.