Pauline Anderson Hess and Norman C Hess Charitable Tr
Invitation OnlyLancaster, Pennsylvania · EIN 26-6618793 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$159K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$14,310
Total assets$3.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $14,310 and $15,900.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
50% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre Presbyterian Church | New Park, PA | Operations & cemetery | $35,775 |
| Family of God Community Church | Red Lion, PA | Operations & cemetery | $35,775 |
| American Cancer Society | Oklahoma City, OK | Operations | $15,900 |
| Salvation Army | West Nyack, NY | Operations | $14,310 |
| Mason-Dixon Public Library | Stewartstown, PA | Operations | $14,310 |
| York Rescue Mission | York, PA | Operations | $14,310 |
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Operations | $14,310 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Americus, GA | Operations | $14,310 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $159,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | -$116,450 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349108022
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-6618793
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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