Herscher Foundation Inc United National Bank Trust Dept
Historical FunderCharleston, West Virginia · EIN 55-6018744 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,250 and $7,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUSAN SALISBURY |
|---|---|
| Address | 1116 SMITH ST, CHARLESTON WV 25301 |
| Phone | 3045411406 |
| Form and materials | NO PRESCRIBED FORM. PROOF OF EXEMPT STATUS AND ALL INFORMATION RELEVANT TO PROPOSED GRANT. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | LIMITED GENERALLY TO STATE OF WV AND ADJACENT AREAS IN OHIO; GRANTS NOT MADE TO INDIVIDUALS. |
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
0% of grants went outside West Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Center | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $15,000 |
| University of Charleston | Charleston, WV | Education | $15,000 |
| University of Charleston Health Care Bootcamp | Charleston, WV | Education | $15,000 |
| West Virginia Symphony | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $15,000 |
| Library Foundation of Kanawha County | Charleston, WV | Education | $10,000 |
| United Way | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $10,000 |
| West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $10,000 |
| Covenant House | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $7,500 |
| YWCA | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $7,500 |
| Kanawha Valley Collective - Equinox Men's Shelter | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $5,000 |
| Arts Amplified - Gkvf | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $5,000 |
| Childrens Home Society | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $5,000 |
| Festivall | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $5,000 |
| West Virginia Humanities Council | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $5,000 |
| Wv Healthright Inc | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $3,000 |
| Charleston Ballet | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $2,500 |
| Daymark | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $2,500 |
| Education Elevators | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $2,000 |
| Education Alliance | Charleston, WV | Education | $1,500 |
| Philanthropy Wv - Annual Dues | Morgantown, WV | Social and welfare services | $1,250 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $1,000 |
| Appalachian Childens Chorus | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $1,000 |
| Buckskin Council Boy Scouts | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $1,000 |
| Childhood Language Center | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $1,000 |
| Manna Meal | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $1,000 |
| YMCA | Charleston, WV | Social and welfare services | $1,000 |
| Black Diamond Girl Scouts | Charleston, WV | Cultural activities | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $160,250 | 29 |
| 2023 | $153,850 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512819349101116
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 55-6018744
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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