McCleary Family Foundation
Accepts applications
McCleary Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $134,545 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$134,545
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $112,466 the year before.
12% 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 | $99,355 | 72 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $112,466 | 67 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $134,545 | 69 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | H Huber McCleary C/O FM Trust Co, PO Box 6010, Chambersburg, PA 17201 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (717) 264-6116, matthew.berger@f-mtrust.com |
| What to submit | Application should include name, address and an outline of the use of the grant by the requesting organization. |
| Deadlines | No deadline for submission. Awards are made in december. Any submissions after awards are made are h |
| Restrictions | There are no restrictions or limitations on awards |
What McCleary Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 59 | $115,345 |
| Maryland | 5 | $6,100 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $4,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,350 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Menno Haven Inc | Senior living | $10,000 |
| Salem Lutheran Church | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Services for the Homebound | Community assistance | $10,000 |
| Shalom Christian Academy | Christian education | $10,000 |
| House of Grace | Education and life skills | $7,500 |
| Maranatha | Community food | $7,500 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Ministry | $6,000 |
| Cumberland Valley Christian School | Tuition assistance | $5,000 |
| Open Door Church | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Thomaston Bapist Church | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Health and wellness | $4,000 |
| Shippensburg University Foundation | Education | $4,000 |
| Mia Sutphin Memorial Foundation Inc | Support children in need | $3,500 |
| Antietam Humane Society | Animal support | $3,000 |
| Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter | Support animal adoption | $3,000 |
| Salem Cemetery Association | Cemetery preservation | $3,000 |
| Ed Dean Memorial Scholarhip Inc | Education | $2,350 |
| Caledonia Theatre Company | Support drama and arts | $2,000 |
| Cross Inc | Ministry | $2,000 |
| Occupational Services Inc | Vocational support and services | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Parkinson's research | $1,500 |
| Franklin Fire Co of Chambersburg | Community safety and response | $1,250 |
| Mason Dixon Warrior Adventures | Veteran support and assistance | $1,045 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship Inc | Childrens ministry | $1,000 |
| Criders United Brethren Church | Ministry | $1,000 |
| Cumberland Valley Relief Center | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| Karper Cemetery Association | Preservation | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Children | $1,000 |
| New Birth of Freedom Council Boy Scouts of America | Youth development | $1,000 |
| Operation Smile | Childrens health | $1,000 |
| St Thomas Lutheran Church | Ministry | $1,000 |
| Pregnancy Ministries Inc | Pregnancy support | $900 |
| Christian Missionary Alliance Churc | Ministry | $750 |
| Fayetteville Fire Co | Community safety | $750 |
| Marion Volunteer Fire Company | Community safety | $750 |
| Nags Head Church Inc | Ministry | $750 |
| New Franklin Fire Co | Community safety | $750 |
| South Mountain Volunteer Fire Co | Community safety | $750 |
| St Thomas Volunteer Fire | Community safety | $750 |
| Grand Point Church | Ministry | $550 |
Officers and trustees
- H Huber McCleary
- Sandra McCleary
- Michael McCleary
- Michele Wade
Questions people ask
Does McCleary Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadline for submission. Awards are made in december. Any submissions after awards are made are h.
How much does McCleary Family Foundation give?
$134,545 in tax year 2025, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs McCleary Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists H Huber McCleary (Trustee), Sandra McCleary (Trustee), Michael McCleary (Trustee) and Michele Wade (Trustee).
What does McCleary Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.