Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Hagerstown, Maryland
10 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Hagerstown, Maryland, holding $63M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Virginia & David W Fletcher Foundationsince 1993 | $1.0M28 grants · 2025 | $28K | Yes | $20M |
| Irving M Einbinder Charitable Foundation Incorporatedsince 2005 | $385K13 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $5.9M |
| The Blaine & Loren Ward Charitable Foundationn Incsince 2023 | $345K21 grants · 2025 | $20K | Preselected only | $5.7M |
| Pauline K Anderson Foundation Incsince 2002 | $335K16 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $4.8M |
| The@john R Hershey Jr and Anna L Hershey Family Foundation Incsince 2004 | $326K37 grants · 2025 | $6,000 | Preselected only | $5.1M |
| Dr Henry P and M Page Durkee Laughlin Foundation Incsince 1968 | $195K33 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $4.6M |
| Vincent Rauth Groh and Barbara Ingram Groh Perpetual Charitable Tsince 2020 | $119K4 grants · 2025 | $8,250 | Preselected only | $10M |
| Paul and Lotta Mellott Charitable Trsince 2023 | $80K6 grants · 2025 | $10K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Wilbert Foundationsince 2005 | $65K4 grants · 2025 | $15K | Preselected only | $1.2M |
| Bethel Corporationsince 1973 | $2,7002 grants · 2024 | $1,350 | Preselected only | $5.0M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Maryland
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Maryland State Arts Council — Organizational GrantsStateMaryland State Arts Council | Maryland State Arts Council | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Maryland Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateMaryland Humanities | Maryland Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Hagerstown, Maryland?
Our directory lists 10 private grantmaking foundations in Hagerstown, Maryland with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $63M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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