Selden F Von Herten Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyBath, Maine · EIN 87-1728440 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$180K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$2.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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 Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland | Westbrook, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Camp Sunshine | Casco, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Center for Grieving Children | Portland, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Riding to the Top | Windham, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Wolfe's Neck Center | Freeport, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Peace Ridge Sanctuary | Brooks, ME | Support of operations | $15,000 |
| Maine Maritime Museum | Bath, ME | Support of operations | $15,000 |
| Tree Street Youth | Lewiston, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Ark Pet Shelter | Cherryfield, ME | Support of operations | $5,000 |
| Midcoast Humane Society | Brunswick, ME | Support of operations | $5,000 |
| Paws Brave Heart | Calais, ME | Support of operations | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $180,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $170,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 3, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503079349100715
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-1728440
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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