Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland
The Society provides financial support to educational and historic preservation institutions relating to the American colonial period.
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland at a glance
In short: Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland gave $16K across 2 grants in 2023 (avg $8K), mostly in Maryland. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $15,500
- +29.2% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 2
- +100.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $7,750
- -35.4% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $7,750
- Total assets
- $880,983
- +7.5% vs 2022
- Primary geography
- Maryland (52% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Historic St Marys City Foundation ($8K). Together the top 2 received $16K.
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 4 grants of 4 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2021) to $16K (2023). In 2023 it made 2 grants totaling $16K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Historic St Marys City Foundation St Marys City, MD | Partial funding of a reproduction tabernacle for the Brick Chapel | $8,000 |
| American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati Washington, DC | Sponsor internships to study the colonial history of Maryland and the Chesapeake region in the library of the Society of the Cincinnati | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $880,983 | $39,180 | $29,823 | $15,500 | 2 | $16,090 |
| 2022 | $819,640 | $33,518 | $36,572 | $12,000 | 1 | $16,823 |
| 2021 | $891,359 | $254,764 | $188,417 | $11,500 | 1 | $15,030 |
About Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland
Based on IRS filings
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Ruxton, MD. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2023. As of 2023, the organization holds $881K in total assets. In 2023, it awarded 2 grants totaling $16K. Net investment income was $16K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland is led by George A Hughes, Chair & Communicatoins Committee on every filing since 2021; none of the 24 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
George A Hughes
Chair & Communicatoins Committee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Robert B Lyon Jr.
Education Chairman
Gentleman of the Council → Education Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
William H Wilmer III
Chair & Installation Committee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Worthington Peter Pearre
Chair & Historical Projects Committee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Alexander B Montague
Gentleman of the Council
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Alexander M Hopkins
Deputy Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Alfred T Gundry III
Deputy Governor
Lieutenant Governor → Deputy Governor, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Arthur M Koppelman
Gentleman of the Council
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Carlton L Hoskins
Lieutenant Governor
Treasurer → Lieutenant Governor, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
David M Trebing
Historian
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Gregg W Hawes
Deputy Governor General & Treasurer
Governor → Deputy Governor General & Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Harry T Aycock IV
Registrar
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Hugh L Robinson
Chaplain
Deputy Governor General → Chaplain, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Iredell W Iglehart
Surgeon
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Mortimer N S Sellers
Chancellor
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Peter J Schwab
Deputy Treasurer
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
William J D Somerville III
Governor
Deputy Governor → Governor, 2023
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Daniel B Fisher
Gentleman of the Council
New on the 2023 filing
No compensation reported
Daniel R Beirne
Secretary
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Frank W Dingle
Gentleman of the Council
New on the 2023 filing
No compensation reported
Gregory D Jones
Gentleman of the Council
New on the 2023 filing
No compensation reported
James Stone
Gentleman of the Council
New on the 2023 filing
No compensation reported
Michael H Mobbs Jr.
Marshal
New on the 2023 filing
No compensation reported
Thomas Jenkins
Gentleman of the Council
New on the 2023 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Clinton K Macsherry III (2021–2022) — Secretary
- Former: John L Bruch III (2021–2022) — Chair & Nominating Committee
- Former: Key C Worcester (2021–2022) — Gentleman of the Council
- Former: Peter B Coddington (2021–2022) — Gentleman of the Council
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "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 Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland
How much does Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland give each year?
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland gave $16K across 2 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. In 2022 it gave $12K across 1 grant.
How large is Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland?
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland reported $881K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $39K.
What is Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland?
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Ruxton, MD. It holds $881K in total assets as of 2023.
Where does Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland operate?
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Maryland.
What is Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland's EIN?
Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1169335. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 22, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 10, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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