Pottstown Mercury Foundation
Invitation OnlyReading, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-6256419 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$84K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$16,000
Total assets$51K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $16,000 and $67,525.
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
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operation Holiday-Christmas-See Attached Footnote | Exton, PA | Providing food and toys to indigent and needy | $67,525 |
| Local Food Pantries-See Attached Footnote | Exton, PA | General support of food pantry operations in montgomery and chester counties | $16,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $83,525 | 2 |
| 2023 | $79,270 | 2 |
| 2022 | $90,215 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620669349100502
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-6256419
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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