Robert and Mimie Helm Family Charitable Trust D/B/A Helm Family Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyColumbia, Maryland · EIN 26-1541889 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$144K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$3.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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.
Where it gives
12% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archdiocese of Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | General support | $50,000 |
| St Louis Roman Catholic Church | Clarksville, MD | General support | $25,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society of Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | General support | $20,000 |
| Sisters Academy of Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | General support | $17,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor Service Corporation | Catonsville, MD | General support | $15,000 |
| Maryland Province Jesuits | Baltimore, MD | General support | $10,000 |
| Jesuits Midwest Province (USA Midwest Province of the Society of Jesus Inc) | Chicago, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| Fuel Fund of Maryland | Baltimore, MD | General support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $144,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $160,750 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620779349100607
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1541889
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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