J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Concord, New Hampshire. Its 2026 filing reports grants to charitable organizations in New Hampshire, including organizations working in music, education, community theater, opera, and science engagement.
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust gave $62K across 11 grants in 2026 (avg $6K), mostly in New Hampshire. 27% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $62,000
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 11
- +22.2% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $5,636
- -18.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $976,820
- +6.5% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (3 of 11, 2026; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New Hampshire (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 90 North Main St, Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 224-1350
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Concord Community Music School ($14K). Together the top 10 received $59K.
Grant Size Distribution
39 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 39 grants of 39 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for filing year 2026 went to recipients in New Hampshire.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 3 of 11 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 73% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+9%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 111% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $53K (2022) to $62K (2026). In 2026 it made 11 grants totaling $62K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Community Music School Concord, NH | General | $13,500 |
| Portsmouth Christian Academy Dover, NH | General | $12,500 |
| Garrison Players Dover, NH | General | $8,000 |
| Franklin Opera House Franklin, NH | General | $6,000 |
| Manchester Choral Society Manchester, NH | General | $4,000 |
| Concord Community Concert Associati Concor, NH | General | $3,000 |
| Granite State Choral Society Rochester, NH | General | $3,000 |
| See Science Center Manchester, NH | General | $3,000 |
| The Palace Theater Manchester, NH | General | $3,000 |
| The Park Theater Jaffrey, NH | General | $3,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $976,820 | $145,289 | $85,026 | $62,000 | 11 | $68,386 | $132,017 | $61,482 |
| 2025 | $916,850 | $167,021 | $81,620 | $62,000 | 9 | $68,362 | $153,830 | $60,877 |
| 2024 | $831,004 | $77,659 | $79,839 | $59,500 | 7 | $65,574 | $65,266 | $58,428 |
| 2023 | $833,705 | $147,852 | $79,940 | $57,000 | 6 | $63,231 | $125,293 | $57,695 |
| 2022 | $765,801 | $130,666 | $74,400 | $52,500 | 6 | $59,201 | $116,543 | $65,562 |
| 2021 | $709,728 | $90,565 | $80,791 | $60,150 | 10 | — | $77,886 | $56,228 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $61K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants went to organizations with varied activities. Concord Community Music School describes its mission as fostering community through music and offering musical experiences to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Portsmouth Christian Academy says it seeks to honor God by inspiring students to maximize their potential. Garrison Players describes itself as a community theater group for the Dover area. Franklin Opera House says it provides community entertainment, fosters arts awareness, and creates a cultural and social hub. SEE Science Center says it engages its community in the exploration of science and innovation.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $62,000. Grant amounts ranged from $3,000 to $13,500, with a median grant of $3,000. The largest grants included $13,500 to Concord Community Music School, $12,500 to Portsmouth Christian Academy, $8,000 to Garrison Players, and $6,000 to Franklin Opera House. Manchester Choral Society received $4,000; Concord Community Concert Association, Granite State Choral Society, SEE Science Center, The Palace Theater, The Park Theater, and UNH Foundation each received $3,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Bar Harbor Wealth Management as co-fiduciary.
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's only listed officer is BAR Harbor Wealth Management, Co-Fiduciary on every filing since 2023 (compensated).
Officers on the 2026 filing
BAR Harbor Wealth Management
Co-Fiduciary
On filings since 2023
$18K (2023) → $19K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Charter Trust Company (2021–2022) — Co-Fiduciary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $19K, to Bar Harbor Wealth Management (Co-Fiduciary).
Frequently asked questions about J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust
How much does J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust give each year?
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust gave $62K across 11 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $62K across 9 grants.
What is J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's median grant in 2026 was $3,000, and its average grant was $5,636, across 11 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust that year got $3K on average.
Where does J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust give grants?
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust gives mostly in New Hampshire: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Manchester, NH (3 grants) and Dover, NH (2 grants).
Does J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's largest 2026 grantees include Concord Community Music School ($13,500), Portsmouth Christian Academy ($12,500) and Garrison Players ($8,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust?
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust reported $977K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $68K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $61K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants went to organizations with varied activities. Concord Community Music School describes its mission as fostering community through music and offering musical experiences to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's EIN?
J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 02-6103903. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 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 2026 (received by the IRS April 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). J Henry Hanhisalo Charitable Trust funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/j-henry-hanhisalo-charitable-trust-morg_995618375cba4bcc834d94b7ed0129f3
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