Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust
ARTHUR H KORN CHARITABLE REMAINDER is a private foundation based in Annapolis, Maryland, that made distributions to 501(c)(3) charities whose missions involve the humane care, support, and placement of animals. Its 2024 filing is marked as the organization’s final return: the trust states that it has terminated and distributed its remaining assets, with a reserve set aside for subsequent matters.
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust at a glance
In short: Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust gave $2.0M across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $164K), top state Maryland. 17% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,971,173
- +1871.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- +20.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $164,264
- +1542.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $191,800
- New grantees (estimate)
- 17% first-time grantees (2 of 12, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Maryland (42% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The filing states that the foundation made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This policy is not a current application opportunity: the trust states that it has terminated and distributed all remaining assets.
- Contact
Mailing address: 794 Eastern Point Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: (301) 464-5356
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Free to Live ($192K). Together the top 10 received $1.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
41 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 30 grants of 41 (73%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Maryland (42%), Illinois (19%), Virginia (19%), Oklahoma (10%), and Pennsylvania (10%). These figures describe the locations of the listed recipients.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust open to new grantees?
17%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 2 of 12 grantees (17%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $117K; repeat grants $174K. How we count
Medians: $117K first-time, $192K repeat.
- 83% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 9287% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $18K (2020) to $2.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $2.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Free to Live Edmond, OK | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Calvert Co Animal Welfare League Prince Frederick, MD | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Felines Canines Inc Chicago, IL | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Defenders of Animal Rights Inc Phoenix, MD | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Big Purple Barn Inc Bowie, MD | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Sav-a-Pet Adoption Center Grayslake, IL | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Paws of Honor Williamsburg, VA | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Popular Spring Animal Sanctuary Poolesville, MD | Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals | $191,800 |
| Animal Care Sanctuary Eastsmithfield, PA | Promote the mission to help and support animals in need. | $191,800 |
| Bridle Paths Leesburg, VA | Promote the mission to help and support animals in need. | $181,800 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2024 filing reports that the trust terminated and all remaining assets were distributed, with a reserve set aside for subsequent matters during the three-year statute-of-limitations period.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $1,159,360 | $2,328,066 | $1,971,173 | 12 | $2,289,968 | $1,053,327 | $22,283 |
| 2023 | $1,482,268 | $98,662 | $258,584 | $100,000 | 10 | $203,559 | $25,697 | $126,184 |
| 2022 | $1,651,058 | $184,156 | $229,206 | $30,000 | 6 | $167,571 | $100,495 | $76,522 |
| 2021 | $1,704,610 | $227,023 | $199,729 | $21,000 | 7 | $139,609 | $144,134 | $144,230 |
| 2020 | $1,686,186 | $168,369 | $171,124 | $18,000 | 6 | — | $101,703 | $122,751 |
| 2019 | $1,696,179 | $123,988 | $148,163 | $21,000 | 7 | — | $56,835 | $91,206 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust reported a distributable amount of $22K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The trust’s filing describes annual distributions to charities focused on the humane care, support, and placement of animals. It says distributions were based on 5% of the fair market value of trust assets, less reasonable and necessary administrative expenses.
Among the 2024 recipients, Paws of Honor described its mission as providing veterinary care and products at no charge for retired military and law enforcement K-9s. Free to Live described providing housing and medical care for homeless dogs and cats, adoption services, and responsible pet ownership education. Animal Care Sanctuary described a no-kill mission centered on companion-animal adoptions, outreach, education, advocacy, and spay/neuter services. Bridle Paths described providing equine-assisted services, including adaptive riding, learning, and psychotherapy, to individuals and families facing physical, cognitive, psychological, or emotional challenges.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the filing lists 12 grants totaling $1,971,173. The median listed grant was $191,800; the smallest was $10,000. The filing identifies support for ten charities that year, along with an additional final distribution.
Notable listed grants included $191,800 each to Free to Live, Calvert County Animal Welfare League, Felines & Canines, Defenders of Animal Rights, Big Purple Barn, Sav-A-Pet Adoption Center, Paws of Honor, Popular Spring Animal Sanctuary, and Animal Care Sanctuary. Bridle Paths received $181,800, and Love A Cat Enterprises received $10,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sharon M. Laurich as trustee.
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust is led by Sharon M. Laurich, Trustee on every filing since 2019 — the only officer listed, and compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sharon M. Laurich
Trustee
On filings since 2019
10 hrs/week
$52K (2019) → $188K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $188K, to Sharon M Laurich (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust
How much does Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust give each year?
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust gave $2.0M across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $100K across 10 grants.
What is Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's typical grant size?
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's median grant in 2024 was $191,800, and its average grant was $164,264, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust that year got $117K on average.
Where does Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust give grants?
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's top state is Maryland, with 42% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Illinois (19%) and Virginia (19%).
Does Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support & Promote Humane Treatment of Animals" (9 grants) and "Promote the Mission to Help and Support Animals in Need." (3 grants).
Who are Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's largest grantees?
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's largest 2024 grantees include Free to Live ($191,800), Calvert Co Animal Welfare League ($191,800) and Felines Canines Inc ($191,800), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What does Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust fund?
The trust’s filing describes annual distributions to charities focused on the humane care, support, and placement of animals. It says distributions were based on 5% of the fair market value of trust assets, less reasonable and necessary administrative expenses. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust?
The filing states that the foundation made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust reported a distributable amount of $22K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's EIN?
Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-7028694. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does Arthur H Korn Charitable Remainder Unitrust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 31, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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