The Merle Thorpe Jr Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Merle Thorpe Jr Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Thurmont, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $2 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2 and the largest $2. 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$2
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2
- Largest grant$2
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3 | 1 | $13.3 million |
| 2024 | $2 | 1 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
The Merle Thorpe Jr 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $2 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Garmark K-1 | Charity | $2 |
Officers and trustees
- Gigi Castleman
- Samuel Castleman
- Matthew Smith
- Brook Currie
- Brad Hill
- Whitney Ourisman-Ferguson
- Mark Jameson Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does The Merle Thorpe Jr Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Merle Thorpe Jr Charitable Trust give?
$2 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2.
Who runs The Merle Thorpe Jr Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Gigi Castleman (Trustee), Samuel Castleman (Trustee/Chari), Matthew Smith (Trustee) and Brook Currie (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.