The Steeplechase Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Steeplechase Fund is a private foundation in Elkton, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $63,663 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $4,800 and the largest $23,165. 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$63,663
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$4,800
- Largest grant$23,165
- Assets$499,366
Giving in 2024 was down from $81,612 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,612 | 14 | $513,356 |
| 2024 | $63,663 | 17 | $499,366 |
How to apply
The Steeplechase Fund 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $50,490 |
| Maryland | 4 | $23,072 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $14,271 |
| Virginia | 3 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $23,165 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $10,200 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $9,325 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $8,400 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $7,236 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $5,871 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $4,800 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $4,800 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $4,800 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $3,000 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $2,400 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $2,400 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $2,400 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $1,700 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $1,400 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $836 |
| Individual | Financial assist & med expenses | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Sean Clancy
- Thomas J Collins
- Jeffrey L Lehew
- Guy J Torsilieri
- Alfred H Griffin Jr
- Molly Oakman
- Leslie Carpenter
- Dwight Hall
- Cyril Murphy
- Mason Hardaway Lampton
- Pierre Manigault
- Frank Mullins
- James Stierhoff
- Alexander Leventhal
- Frank Petramalo Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Steeplechase Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Steeplechase Fund give?
$63,663 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $4,800.
Who runs The Steeplechase Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Sean Clancy (Board Member), Thomas J Collins (Vice President), Jeffrey L Lehew (Secretary) and Guy J Torsilieri (Chairman) among 15 officers and trustees.