Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Plainview, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $536,800 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$536,800
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $409,450 the year before.
63% of its 2024 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 | $409,450 | 24 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $536,800 | 19 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship 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
What Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 2 | $205,000 |
| New Jersey | 9 | $192,300 |
| New York | 3 | $106,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,000 |
| California | 2 | $1,250 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart University | General | $200,000 |
| Interfaith Neighbors | General | $105,000 |
| New York University | General | $55,000 |
| Christian Brothers Academy | General | $50,000 |
| The Sam Cullen Memorial Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Temple University | General | $20,000 |
| Rumson Country Day School | General | $15,500 |
| Focus | General | $12,000 |
| Ranney School | General | $10,000 |
| Experience Camps | General | $5,000 |
| Lunch Break | General | $5,000 |
| Seeds Access | General | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital la | General | $1,000 |
| Paul Taylor Dance Company | General | $1,000 |
| Turning Lives Around | General | $1,000 |
| Manasquan River Golf Foundation | General | $500 |
| Holy Cross | General | $300 |
| Joseph's Indian School | General | $250 |
| Lpa | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Justin Gmelich
- Victoria Gmelich
Questions people ask
Does Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund give?
$536,800 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Justin Gmelich (Trustee) and Victoria Gmelich (Trustee).
What does Edward Hall Gmelich Memorial Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.