Garretson Family Charitable
Preselected recipients only
Garretson Family Charitable is a private foundation in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,390 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $538 and the largest $1,075. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2,390
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$538
- Largest grant$1,075
- Assets$88,675
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,328 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $2,494 | 4 | $81,953 |
| 2024 | $2,328 | 4 | $85,678 |
| 2025 | $2,390 | 4 | $88,675 |
How to apply
Garretson Family Charitable 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 Garretson Family Charitable funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $2,390 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg Lutheran Ret Village Lutheran Social Services | General support | $1,075 |
| Upper Bermudian Lutheran Church | General support | $538 |
| Upper Bermudian Lutheran Church - Cemete Ry | General support | $538 |
| Biglerville Preservation Society | General support | $239 |
Officers and trustees
- Farmers & Merchants Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Garretson Family Charitable accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garretson Family Charitable give?
$2,390 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $538.
Who runs Garretson Family Charitable?
Its 2025 filing lists Farmers & Merchants Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Garretson Family Charitable fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.