Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment
Preselected recipients only
Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment is a private foundation in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,360 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $4,430 and the largest $15,000. 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$34,360
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$4,430
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$516,132
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,300 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $34,714 | 1 | $46,163 |
| 2024 | $11,300 | 5 | $440,008 |
| 2025 | $34,360 | 6 | $516,132 |
How to apply
Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment 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 Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $34,360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson College | General funds | $15,000 |
| Downtown Chambersburg Inc | Ampitheater | $5,000 |
| Cumberland Valley Theatre Organ Society | General funds | $4,860 |
| Chambersburg Community Theater | General funds | $4,000 |
| Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance | General funds | $3,000 |
| Downtown Chambersburg Inc | Foundry | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Keller
- Penny Shaul
- Sue McMurtray
- Lynn Lerew
- Beth Luka
Questions people ask
Does Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment give?
$34,360 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $4,430.
Who runs Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment?
Its 2025 filing lists David Keller (Chair), Penny Shaul (Treasurer), Sue McMurtray (Secretary) and Lynn Lerew (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gilmore-Hoerner Endowment fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and community development.