The Mary J Heerdt Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyBlue Bell, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-7798748 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$74K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $11,150.
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
44% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany Christian Services | Jenkintown, PA | Social services | $20,000 |
| Serge | Jenkintown, PA | Burundi pediatric hosp | $12,500 |
| Philadelphia Montgomery Christian Academy | Erdenheim, PA | Education | $11,150 |
| The City School | Philadelphia, PA | Education | $10,000 |
| Catholic Soc Serv Missns B | New York, NY | Health care | $5,000 |
| Congregational Church of Salem | Salem, CT | Haiti pediatric | $5,000 |
| Our Little Roses Mission Society | Miami Shores, FL | Health, education | $5,000 |
| Alpha Care | Philadelphia, PA | Health care | $2,500 |
| Cornerstone Prep School | Acworth, GA | Education | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,650 | 9 |
| 2023 | $54,680 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502239349100220
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7798748
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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