The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation
Accepts applications
The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation is a private foundation in Easton, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,526 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $3,026 and the largest $8,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$30,526
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$3,026
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$693,426
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,871 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 | $28,395 | 9 | $608,500 |
| 2024 | $27,871 | 10 | $636,798 |
| 2025 | $30,526 | 9 | $693,426 |
How to apply
| Contact | Erich Trinkle 3955 White Barn Lane, Easton, PA 18045 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 391-7243 |
| What to submit | Letter format |
What The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $25,526 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Parkland Cares Food Pantry | To feed children of parkland schools | $8,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center | Assist low-income women | $5,000 |
| Easter Seals Eastern Pa | Assist individuals with disabilities | $4,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Assistance to indigent families | $4,000 |
| Parkland Girls Soccer | Assist school sports | $3,026 |
| American Red Cross Greater LV | Assist individuals in need | $3,000 |
| Miracle League of LV | Provide children with special nee | $2,000 |
| Dreams Come True | Benefits for ill children | $1,000 |
| Lehigh Valley Humane Society | Assist pets in need | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Erich R Trinkle
- Alfred Haddad
Questions people ask
Does The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation give?
$30,526 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $3,026.
Who runs The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Erich R Trinkle (Trustee) and Alfred Haddad (Trustee).
What does The Haffner-Trinkle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.