The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pikesville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $438,500 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$438,500
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $367,000 the year before.
28% 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 | $326,000 | 38 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $367,000 | 43 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $438,500 | 53 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Carolyn Lambdin 1200 Mikara CT, Bel Air, MD 21015 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (443) 567-5508, cklambdin@verizon.net |
| What to submit, restrictions | Contact program director |
What The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 52 | $423,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harford County Public Library Found | Supporting grant | $20,000 |
| MD Food Bank of Central MD | Supporting grant | $20,000 |
| Sutton Scholars | Supporting grant | $20,000 |
| Afro American Archives | Supporting grant | $17,000 |
| Arts for Learning MD | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Baltimore Child Abuse | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Maryland School for the Blind | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Maryland Zoo | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Central MD | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Mt Washington Pediatrics | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Radio Reading | Supporting grant | $15,000 |
| Special Olympics Yap | Supporting grant | $12,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Innovation Works | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Project Plase | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| St Mary's Outreach Center | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Maryland Boys Choir | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Pierians Foundation | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Reginald F Lewis Museum | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| New Life | Supporting grant | $10,000 |
| Harmer's Town Art Center | Supporting grant | $7,500 |
| Hospice of Chesapeake | Supporting grant | $7,000 |
| Ballet After Dark | Supporting grant | $7,000 |
| Arena Playhouse | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Barrier Free | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Believe in Tomorrow Childrens Fdn | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Chesapeake Shakespear Company | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Chesapeake Therapeutic Riding | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Drink From the Well | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Harford County Humane Society | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Health Care for the Homeless | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Hope for All | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Hopewell Center Cancer Support | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Kennedy Krieger | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Marion House | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Notre Dame U Arts & Scholars | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Notre Dame U MD Distinguished Wome | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Port Discovery | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
| Sarc of Harford County | Supporting grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Phyllis Reese
- Alexandra Ducharme
- Carolyn Lambdin
- Joseph Lambdin
Questions people ask
Does The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc give?
$438,500 in tax year 2025, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Phyllis Reese (Board Member), Alexandra Ducharme (Board Member), Carolyn Lambdin (President) and Joseph Lambdin (Treasurer).
What does The Morris A and Clarisse B Mechanic Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.