Hirshon Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlySouth Portland, Maine · EIN 99-1920573 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$79K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$2.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Jewish Museum | Portland, ME | General Support | $38,313 |
| Jewish Family Services | Ann Arbor, MI | General Support | $17,500 |
| Maine Public Television | Portland, ME | General Support | $10,000 |
| Portland Ovations | Portland, ME | General Support | $5,000 |
| Maine Justice Foundation | Augusta, ME | General Support | $3,333 |
| Etz Chaim Synagogue | Portland, ME | General Support | $2,500 |
| Campaign for Justice | Portland, ME | General Support | $1,500 |
| Jewish Community Alliance | Portland, ME | General Support | $188 |
| Bruce Whittier Middle School | Poland, ME | General Support | $100 |
| Saint Mark's Episcopal Church | Waterville, ME | General Support | $50 |
| American Diabetes Association | Crystal City, VA | General Support | $25 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | Washington, DC | General Support | $25 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $78,534 | 12 |
| 2024 | $8,500 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601269349100140
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 99-1920573
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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