Irvin E Herr Foundation
Accepts applications
Irvin E Herr Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,600 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,550 and the largest $3,100. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,600
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,550
- Largest grant$3,100
- Assets$443,815
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,100 the year before.
27% 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 | $18,265 | 11 | $395,289 |
| 2024 | $17,100 | 11 | $409,205 |
| 2025 | $18,600 | 11 | $443,815 |
How to apply
| Contact | Karen Cummins M and T Trust Compan PO Box 1377, Buffalo, NY 14240-9828 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 842-5581 |
| What to submit | In writing |
| Restrictions | Dauphin, cumberland, perry, and northumberland counties of Pennsylvania for hs seniors. Limited to 2,000 for hs seniors and 1,500 for year 2-4 graduates |
What Irvin E Herr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $12,400 |
| Virginia | 4 | $6,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon Valley College | Scholarship | $3,100 |
| Millersville University | Scholarship | $1,550 |
| Shippensburg University | Scholarship | $1,550 |
| Ursinus College | Scholarship | $1,550 |
| Liberty University | Scholarship | $1,550 |
| University of Richmond | General purpose | $1,550 |
| York College of Pennsylvania | Scholarship | $1,550 |
| Desales University | General purpose | $1,550 |
| Lehigh University | Scholarship | $1,550 |
| The George Washington University | General purpose | $1,550 |
| Washington and Lee University | Scholarship | $1,550 |
Officers and trustees
- M and T Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Irvin E Herr Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Irvin E Herr Foundation give?
$18,600 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,550.
Who runs Irvin E Herr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists M and T Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Irvin E Herr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.