Chris Hess Foundation
Historical FunderWheeling, West Virginia · EIN 01-6225742 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JOSEPH N GOMPERS |
|---|---|
| Address | 117 EDGINGTON LANE, WHEELING WV 260031534 |
| Phone | 3042429300 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN FORM WITH DESCRIPTION OF CHARITABLE PURPOSES AND EVIDENCE OF CHARITABLE/EXEMPT STATUS UNDER INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(3). |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | LIMITED TO DISTRIBUTIONS FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES UNDER 501(C)(3). |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
7% of grants went outside West Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oglebay Foundation Inc | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $220,000 |
| YMCA of Wheeling | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $110,000 |
| Wheeling Central | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $75,000 |
| The Linsly School | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Think Pink | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Oglebay Institute | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Faith in Action | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Orchard Park Hospital | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Moundsville Veterans Honor Guard | Moundsville, WV | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ohio Valley Wellnes Coalition | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $10,000 |
| King's Daughters | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Newbridge Academy for Kids | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Holy Family Child Care & Development Center | Wheeling, WV | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | Dallas, TX | Charitable | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $582,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $301,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $310,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349100829
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 01-6225742
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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