ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION
Preselected recipients only
ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,500. 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$8,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$186,043
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,750 the year before.
11% 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 | $3,250 | 5 | $160,377 |
| 2024 | $7,750 | 10 | $174,400 |
| 2025 | $8,500 | 9 | $186,043 |
How to apply
ML and JH LONGSTRETH 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 ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $7,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount St Joes Academy | Charitable | $1,500 |
| St Genevive Church | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Our Mother of Consolation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Joes Prep | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Geneveve's School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Charitable | $1,000 |
| LaSalle College HS | Charitable | $500 |
| Lancer Gold & White Club | Charitable | $500 |
| Queen of Piece Church | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne S Mayes
- Dorothy L Hanshaw
- Elizabeth A Morris
Questions people ask
Does ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION give?
$8,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION?
Its 2025 filing lists Suzanne S Mayes (Director/ President), Dorothy L Hanshaw (Director/Treasurer) and Elizabeth A Morris (Director/Secretary).
What does ML and JH LONGSTRETH FOUNDATION fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.