St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Manchester, New Hampshire. Its stated mission is to support, promote, and advance charitable, educational, cultural, scientific, and public health causes and activities that directly affect its members, employees, and communities at large.
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation gave $271K across 32 grants in 2025 (avg $8K), mostly in New Hampshire. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $270,848
- -54.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 32
- +6.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $8,464
- -57.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $4,924,244
- +1.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- New Hampshire (95% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Its 2025 filing lists Hoang Nguyen as the application contact, says there is no special format or required materials, and reports no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None listed on the 2025 filing.
- Deadline
- None listed on the 2025 filing.
- Contact
Application contact: Hoang Nguyen
Mailing address: 200 Mcgregor Street, Manchester, NH 03102
Phone: (603) 669-4600
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation
St. Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation 1908 Funds Grants
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation
Amount
US $500 - US $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
St. Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation Community Support Grants
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation
Amount
US $500 - US $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Mark Stebbins Community Center ($125K). Together the top 10 received $230K.
Organizations only. It also paid 15 individual scholarships ($22,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
117 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 112 grants of 117 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 95% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Hampshire, 3% to Massachusetts, 2% to Connecticut, and 1% to Arizona. The 1908 Funds Grants program is described as focused on nonprofit organizations in New Hampshire.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 32 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation gives
- 24% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 57% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 117% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). 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 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $125K (2020) to $598K (2024). In 2025 it made 32 grants totaling $271K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Stebbins Community Center Manchester, NH | Community Support | $125,000 |
| See Science Center Manchester, NH | Community Support | $40,000 |
| Palace Theatre Manchester, NH | Community Support | $30,000 |
| Christ the King Parish Concord, NH | Community Support | $5,480 |
| The Humane Society for Greater Nashua Nashua, NH | Community Support | $5,000 |
| The Granite YMCA Manchester, NH | Community Support | $5,000 |
| St Vincent De Paul Manchester, NH | Community Support | $5,000 |
| Light of Life Ministries Manchester, NH | Community Support | $5,000 |
| Southeast NH Habitat for Humanity Portsmouth, NH | Community Support | $5,000 |
| Unchartered Manchester, NH | Community Support | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,924,244 | $426,111 | $268,501 | $270,848 | 32 | $272,015 | $184,650 | $232,238 |
| 2024 | $4,866,059 | $700,501 | $657,817 | $598,240 | 30 | $99,404 | $151,366 | $311,048 |
| 2023 | $4,273,977 | $379,688 | $111,404 | $199,000 | 30 | $200,000 | $99,330 | $189,008 |
| 2022 | $3,769,043 | $1,081,258 | $99,162 | $172,500 | 23 | $176,851 | $53,737 | $152,686 |
| 2021 | $3,336,235 | $1,556,168 | $33,776 | $130,000 | 2 | $130,000 | $23,037 | $97,039 |
| 2020 | $1,985,638 | $1,005,987 | $125,150 | $125,000 | 1 | — | $5,987 | $52,161 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $232K for 2025 — 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’s stated mission is to support, promote, and advance charitable, educational, cultural, scientific, and public health causes and activities that directly affect its members, employees, and communities at large. The 1908 Funds Grants program is described as supporting activities related to St. Mary’s history and its commitment to thrift and economic self-sufficiency.
The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. SEE Science Center says its mission is to engage its community in the joyful, active exploration of science and innovation. Southeast NH Habitat for Humanity says it builds affordable homes in partnership with low-income families. Light of Life Ministries describes a residential program for women impacted by sexual abuse and trauma, while Nashua Community Music School describes providing music instruction and local talent for orchestras and choruses.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded 32 grants totaling $270,848. Grant amounts ranged from $490 to $125,000, with a median of $2,000. The largest awards included $125,000 to Mark Stebbins Community Center, $40,000 to SEE Science Center, and $30,000 to Palace Theatre. Other awards included $5,480 to Christ the King Parish and $5,000 each to the Humane Society for Greater Nashua, the Granite YMCA, St. Vincent de Paul, Light of Life Ministries, Southeast NH Habitat for Humanity, and Unchartered.
The 1908 Funds Grants are described as offering awards of $500–$5,000 to nonprofit organizations in New Hampshire, with a focus on community development and services.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Elizabeth Hitchcock as chairman, Kenneth L Senus as president, Hoang Nguyen as treasurer, and Kimberly J Low as secretary. Listed directors include Stephen A Baines, David H Bellman, and Guy D Chapdelaine. Stephen J Grzywacz is listed as chairman, termed in April 2025; Linda Girard as treasurer, termed in May 2025; and Gina M Balkus as director, termed in April 2025.
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation is led by Kenneth L. Senus, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 15 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Kenneth L. Senus
President
Treasurer → CEO, 2023
CEO → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth S. C. Hitchcock
Chairman
Vice Chairman → Director, 2024
Director → Chairman, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephen J. Grzywacz
Chairman
Director → Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Craig S. Donais
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David H. Bellman
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Diane P. Fitzpatrick
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gina M. Balkus
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Guy D. Chapdelaine
Director
Chairman & Director → Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
William E. Stevens
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Donnalee Lozeau
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephen A. Baines
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jason E. Cole Esq.
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kimberly J. Low
Secretary
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Linda Girard
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hoang Nguyen
Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Kevin Nihill (2022–2024) — CFO & Treasurer
- Former: Daniel J. Healy (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Ronald H. Covey Jr. (2020–2022) — CEO
- Former: Anne M. Canty (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Joseph G. Fremeau (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation
How much does St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation give each year?
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation gave $271K across 32 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $598K across 30 grants.
What is St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $2,000, and its average grant was $8,464, across 32 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation give grants?
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation gives mostly in New Hampshire: 95% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Manchester, NH (11 grants), Concord, NH (2 grants) and Nashua, NH (2 grants).
Does St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 32 grants with a stated purpose on St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Support" (17 grants) and "Scholarship" (15 grants).
Who are St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Mark Stebbins Community Center ($125,000), See Science Center ($40,000) and Palace Theatre ($30,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 15 individual scholarships ($22,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation?
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation reported $4.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $272K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $232K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to support, promote, and advance charitable, educational, cultural, scientific, and public health causes and activities that directly affect its members, employees, and communities at large. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation?
The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's EIN?
St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3254128. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 12, 2024)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 9, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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