The Marion and Herbert Hess Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Marion and Herbert Hess Charitable Trust is a private foundation in East Meadow, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $223,361 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,635 and the largest $96,045. 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$223,361
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,635
- Largest grant$96,045
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $230,725 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 | $230,725 | 7 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $223,361 | 7 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
The Marion and Herbert Hess 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
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $169,754 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $37,972 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,635 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Skidmore College | General | $96,045 |
| The Seeing Eye Inc | General | $37,972 |
| The Shelter Connection | General | $26,804 |
| American Friends of Durrell | General | $15,635 |
| City Meals on Wheels | General | $15,635 |
| Federation of Jewish Philanthropies | General | $15,635 |
| Helen Keller National Center | General | $15,635 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory J Pond
Questions people ask
Does The Marion and Herbert Hess Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marion and Herbert Hess Charitable Trust give?
$223,361 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,635.
Who runs The Marion and Herbert Hess Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory J Pond (Trustee).