A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation is a private foundation in Lehighton, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $118,950 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $25,000. 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$118,950
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $110,900 the year before.
14% 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 | $110,900 | 49 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $118,950 | 44 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation 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.
What A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 39 | $109,800 |
| Florida | 3 | $5,450 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lacawac Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Jerusalem Ucc | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Bowmanstownpalmerton Baseball & Softball Association | Unrestricted | $7,200 |
| Bo Trach Fdn | Unrestricted | $5,250 |
| Boy Scout Troop 209 | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lehighton Downtown Initiative | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Valor House | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Palmerton Summer Recreation PR | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Lake Placid Art League | Unrestricted | $3,750 |
| Fox Chase Cancer Center Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural | Unrestricted | $2,700 |
| Palmerton Holiday Lighting Com | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Palmerton Mem Park Assn | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Peaceful Knights | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Raising the House | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Operations Patriot Fob | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Turn to US | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Family Promise | Unrestricted | $1,750 |
| Palmerton Area Library | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Aquashicola Fire Co | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Bowmanstown Fire Co | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Carbon Co Friends of Animals | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Carbon County Enviromental Edu | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Carbon Couty Animal Shelter | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Lehigh Gap Nature Center | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Miller Keystone Blood Center | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Palmerton Area Historical Soci | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Palmerton Fire | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| St Jude Childrens Hosp | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Towamensing Fire Co | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Lehighton Area Mem Library | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lehighton Fire Co | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lehighton Girls and Boys Band | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Palmerton Comm Ambulance Assoc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Shepherd House Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St John Neumann Regional School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Chop Fdn | Unrestricted | $500 |
| No Longer Fatherless | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Judy Bollinger
- Tabitha Serfoss
Questions people ask
Does A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation give?
$118,950 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Judy Bollinger (President,treasurer, Dir) and Tabitha Serfoss (Secretary & Director).
What does A Donald & Mary G Behler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, community development and arts and culture.