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Messner Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in NORTHFIELD, NJ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2007. The principal officer is Richard S Mairone. It holds total assets of $5M. Annual income is reported at $1.2M. Total assets have decreased from $8.7M in 2011 to $5.6M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in New Jersey. According to available records, Messner Foundation Inc. has made 79 grants totaling $1.1M, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $512K and $580K annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $200K, with an average award of $14K. The foundation has supported 45 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, which account for 86% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$11K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 45 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.
Messner Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 79 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NJ, PA, TN.
Messner Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $1.1M across 79 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $14K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $200K.
Messner Foundation Inc. is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (260581765) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Messner Foundation Inc. is headquartered in NORTHFIELD, NJ. While based in NJ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Sampson | Trustee | $50K | $0 | $50K |
| Brenda Cacossa | Trustee | $50K | $0 | $50K |
| Leslie Kohler | Trustee | $50K | $0 | $50K |
| Harold Messner | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elaine Messner | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$778K
Total Assets
$5.6M
Fair Market Value
$7.8M
Net Worth
$5.6M
Grants Paid
$580K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$408K
Distribution Amount
$374K
Total: $5.3M
Total Grants
79
Total Giving
$1.1M
Average Grant
$14K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
45
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine FoundationSupport cause | Feasterville, PA | $20K | 2023 |
| First United Methodist ChurchSupport cause | Tuckerton, NJ | $20K | 2023 |
| University Of PennsylvaniaSupport cause | Pennsylvania, PA | $200K | 2023 |
| St Jude'S Children'S HospitalSupport cause | Memphis, TN | $100K | 2023 |
| Atlantic City Rescue MissionSupport cause | Atlantic City, NJ | $25K | 2023 |
| Covenant House New Jersey IncSupport cause | Newark, NJ | $25K | 2023 |
| St Maximillian Kolbe ParishSupport cause | Marmora, NJ | $20K | 2023 |
| Community Food Bank Of New JerseySupport cause | Hillside, NJ | $20K | 2023 |
| Deborah Hospital FoundationSupport cause | Brown Mills, NJ | $13K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Angels ParishSupport cause | Cape May Court House, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Make A Wish FoundationSupport cause | Union, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Shore Memorial Hospital FoundationSupport cause | Somers Point, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Shriner'S Hospitals For ChildrenSupport cause | Tampa, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmySupport cause | Atlantic City, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Corbin City Baptist ChurchSupport cause | Corbin City, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Samritans PurseSupport cause | Boone, NC | $10K | 2023 |
| Holy Redeemer Visiting Nurse And HospiceSupport cause | Egg Harbor Township, NJ | $8K | 2023 |
| Miracle Flights For KidsSupport cause | Green Valley, NV | $5K | 2023 |
| Casa For Children Of Atlantic & Cape May CountiesSupport cause | Somers Point, NJ | $5K | 2023 |
| Upper Township Rescue SquadSupport cause | Petersburg, NJ | $5K | 2023 |
| Shamokin Christian Missionary - The Alliance ChurchSupport cause | Shamokin, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Feed The ChildrenSupport cause | Oklahoma City, OK | $5K | 2023 |
| Smile TrainSupport cause | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Atlantic & Cape May CountiesSupport cause | Northfield, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Atlantic Christian SchoolSupport cause | Egg Harbor Township, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Jewish Family Services Of Atlantic CountySupport cause | Margate, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Lost & Found Ministry Landmark ChruchSupport cause | Ocean City, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Marantha MinistriesSupport cause | Northfield, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Sierra House IncSupport cause | East Orange, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Gilda'S Club Of South Jersey IncSupport cause | Linwood, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Families Of Autistic Children In TidewaterSupport cause | Virginia Beach, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| Ranch Hope-Strang SchoolSupport cause | Alloway, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Beacon Animal RescueSupport cause | Oceanview, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| The Oasis Haven For Women & ChildrenSupport cause | Paterson, NJ | $2K | 2023 |
| Moorestown Visiting Nurse AssociationSupport cause | Moorestown, NJ | $2K | 2023 |
| Upper Township Challenger Sports IncSupport cause | Tuckahoe, NJ | $1K | 2023 |
| Tuckahoe Volunteer Fire CompanySupport cause | Tuckahoe, NJ | $1K | 2023 |