The Main Idea Inc Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Main Idea Inc Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $137,600 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $137,600 and the largest $137,600. 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$137,600
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$137,600
- Largest grant$137,600
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $133,080 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 | $133,080 | 1 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $133,080 | 1 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $137,600 | 1 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Main Idea Inc Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $137,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Main Idea Inc | General purposes of donee | $137,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Gwenn S Herz
- Susan Kohlmeyer
- Kim Phillips
Questions people ask
Does The Main Idea Inc Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Main Idea Inc Charitable Trust give?
$137,600 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $137,600.
Who runs The Main Idea Inc Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Gwenn S Herz (Trustee), Susan Kohlmeyer (Trustee) and Kim Phillips (Trustee).