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Harriett Ames Charitable Trust is a private trust based in PHILADELPHIA, PA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1954. The principal officer is Pnc Bank N A-Agent. It holds total assets of $1.7M. Annual income is reported at $974K. Total assets have decreased from $3.9M in 2011 to $1.7M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, Maryland and District of Columbia. According to available records, Harriett Ames Charitable Trust has made 113 grants totaling $374K, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $85K in 2020 to $121K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $50K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 62 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, District of Columbia, Maryland, which account for 69% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$4K
Largest Grant
$30K
Based on 26 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Harriett Ames Charitable Trust is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 113 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, DC, MD.
Harriett Ames Charitable Trust has distributed a total of $374K across 113 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $50K.
Harriett Ames Charitable Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Harriett Ames Charitable Trust is headquartered in PHILADELPHIA, PA. While based in PA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam P Ames | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$130K
Total Assets
$1.7M
Fair Market Value
$2M
Net Worth
$1.7M
Grants Paid
$121K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$53K
Distribution Amount
$95K
Total Grants
113
Total Giving
$374K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
62
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant HouseGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| American Cancer SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Atlanta, GA | $4K | 2022 |
| Hospital For Special SurgeryGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Pbmc FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Riverhead, NY | $11K | 2023 |
| Participant IncGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $8K | 2023 |
| All StarsGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $6K | 2023 |
| High 5 Adventure Learning CenterGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Brattleboro, VT | $5K | 2023 |
| Art At A Time Like ThisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $4K | 2023 |
| Naral Pro-Choice AmericaGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $3K | 2023 |
| Wildlife Conservation SocietyGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Bronx, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| American Cancer Society IncGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Hagerstown, MD | $3K | 2023 |
| Second Shift Studio SpaceGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | St Paul, MN | $3K | 2023 |
| Four Paws UsaGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Boston, MA | $3K | 2023 |
| Queer Art IncGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Southern Poverty Law CenterGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Montgomery, AL | $3K | 2023 |
| Center For Reproductive RightsGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Human Rights CampaignGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $3K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Academy Of MusicGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Brooklyn, PA | $2K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Institute For Social ResearchGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Brooklyn, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Pool IncGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Shepherds Green SanctuaryGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Cookeville, TN | $1K | 2023 |
| NamiGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Arlington, VA | $500 | 2023 |
| The Humane Society Of The UsGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $500 | 2023 |
| AspcaGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Homeboy IndustriesGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Los Angeles, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| BideaweeGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Arf - Animal Rescue FundGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Media, PA | $500 | 2023 |
| East Hampton Meals On WheelsGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | East Hampton, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Doctors Without BordersGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Eleanor Whitmore EarlyGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | East Hampton, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue CenterGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | Hampton Bays, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| New York Botanical GardenGENERAL SUPPORT | Bronx, NY | $10K | 2022 |
| Animal Legal Defense FundGENERAL PURPOSE | Cotati, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| All Stars Project IncUNRESTRICTED | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Alzheimer'S AssociationGENERAL SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Humane Society Of The United StatesGENERAL SUPPORT | Gaithersburg, MD | $4K | 2022 |
| Naral-Prochoice America FdnGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $3K | 2022 |
| Childrens Museum Of The ArtsGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| People For The Ethical Treatment OfGENERAL PURPOSE | Norfolk, VA | $2K | 2022 |
| Human Rights Campaign FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $2K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Plus Pool IncGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2022 |