M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust
The M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust is a private foundation based in Capitol Heights, Maryland. It provides financial assistance for post-high-school education through scholarships for eligible dependents of Steamfitters Local 602 members.
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust at a glance
In short: M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust gave $771K across 44 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Maryland. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $771,000
- +137.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 44
- -43.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $17,523
- +321.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $6,500
- Total assets
- $707,692
- +68.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Maryland (92% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation says it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its filing directs applicants to contact Steamfitters Local 602 and use a completed application form with a high school or college transcript, evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an accredited university, two letters of recommendation, and a written statement of achievement. Awards are restricted to eligible dependents of Local 602 members. The filing says scholarships are normally granted in July each year.
- Contact
Application contact: Steamfitters Local 602
Mailing address: 8700 Ashwood Drive 2Nd Floor, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Phone: (301) 333-2356
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Rest of Recipients (List attached) ($472K).
Organizations only. It also paid 43 individual scholarships ($299,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
206 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 205 grants of 206 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, reported grant dollars went to recipients in Maryland (92%), Virginia (7%), and Maine (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 44 itemized grants.
Cities
How M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust gives
- Giving grew 301% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $193K (2021) to $771K (2024). In 2024 it made 44 grants totaling $771K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rest of Recipients (List attached) Capitol Heights, MD | Scholarship | $472,000 |
| 43 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $299,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $707,692 | $1,073,327 | $786,327 | $771,000 | 44 | $771,000 | — | $27,846 |
| 2023 | $420,692 | $483,541 | $345,430 | $324,500 | 78 | $324,500 | $1,836 | $21,975 |
| 2022 | $301,206 | $164,921 | $317,555 | $294,000 | 42 | $294,000 | $358 | $18,188 |
| 2021 | $435,216 | $155,905 | $207,200 | $192,500 | 18 | $192,500 | $14 | $22,833 |
| 2020 | $486,511 | $144,819 | $215,039 | $200,000 | 24 | — | — | $25,662 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust reported a distributable amount of $28K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that its charitable activity is providing financial assistance for post-high-school education for dependents of union members through scholarships. Its filing identifies eligible dependents of Local 602 members as the recipients.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the trust reported 44 grants totaling $771,000. The median grant was $6,500; the smallest was $6,500 and the largest was $472,000. The largest itemized entry was $472,000 to “Rest of Recipients (List attached)” in Capitol Heights, Maryland, for scholarships. Other listed awards included $13,000 to an individual recipient in Virginia and $13,000 awards to individual recipients in Maryland. In 2023, it reported 78 grants totaling $324,500; in 2022, it reported 42 grants totaling $294,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Tom Bello, Sean Straser, Christopher Madello, and Sidney Bonilla as trustees.
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sean Straser
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sidney Bonilla
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tom Bello
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christopher Madello
Trustee
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust
How much does M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust give each year?
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust gave $771K across 44 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $325K across 78 grants.
What is M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust's typical grant size?
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust's median grant in 2024 was $6,500, and its average grant was $17,523, across 44 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust give grants?
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust gives mostly in Maryland: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (7%).
Does M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 44 grants with a stated purpose on M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (44 grants).
How large is M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust?
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust reported $708K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $771K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $28K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust fund?
The foundation states that its charitable activity is providing financial assistance for post-high-school education for dependents of union members through scholarships. Its filing identifies eligible dependents of Local 602 members as the recipients. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust?
The foundation says it 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 M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust's EIN?
M Eddie Moore Scholarship Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-6489401. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does M Eddie Moore Scholarship 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 October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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