The Dresher Foundation Inc
The Dresher Foundation Inc is a private family foundation established in 1989 and based in Abingdon, Maryland. The foundation is designated as a 501(c)(3) organization and is committed to providing hope in community life by supporting nonprofit organizations that strengthen the capacities of others to help improve lives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$50.0M
+3.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.7M
-0.2% YoY
Grant Count
73
-12.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$38K
+13.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: The Dresher Foundation is committed to providing hope in community life. We serve those who strengthen the capacities of others to help improve lives primarily in Harford County, Maryland.
Funding Priorities:
- Human Services — Programs that provide basic services enabling individuals and families to improve their quality of life, including food, housing, and employment opportunities
- Health — Organizations that improve health and well-being, including programs addressing behavioral health, healthy lifestyles, dental care, and services for special needs populations
- Education — Programs providing enrichment and increased opportunity to children and youth, including summer camps and community youth programs
- Civic & Culture — Civic and cultural organizations that contribute to community life
Grantmaking
The foundation makes grants to nonprofit organizations to strengthen their capacity to help improve lives. Based on recent financial data, typical grant awards range from $500 to $1,147,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Dresher Foundation primarily focuses its funding in Harford County, Maryland, though grant-making activities extend to Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $48.4 million
- Total Revenue: $1.68 million
- Total Expenses: $3.35 million
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $49,966,671
- Total Giving: $2,743,250
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $49,966,671 | $48,384,999 | $50,144,938 |
| Revenue | $5,012,012 | $1,679,881 | $3,229,368 |
| Expenses | $3,456,022 | $3,353,199 | $3,256,357 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $3,041,019 | $3,057,872 | $3,004,532 |
| Net Investment Income | $4,660,849 | $1,404,326 | $2,972,953 |
| Distributable Amount | $3,163,655 | $2,998,039 | $3,075,248 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEANNE D BUTCHER | TRUSTEE | 1 | $3,875 |
| JAMES DRESHER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| PATRICIA DRESHER | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JEFFREY DRESHER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JAMES R BUTCHER | TRUSTEE | 1 | $4,900 |
| MICHAEL MEOLI | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| MELANIE M ROBINSON | PRESIDENT | 1 | $7,000 |
| JOSHUA M DRESHER | TRUSTEE | 1 | $1,500 |
| VIRGINIA MEOLI | TRUSTEE | 1 | $625 |
| ANTHONY MEOLI | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| SUSAN B ROARTY | TRUSTEE | 1 | $5,000 |
| JOHN W DRESHER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MEGAN DRESHER LITSEY | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MARCIE D MICHAEL | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | $3,500 |
| PATRICIA G STERLING | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $140,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation continues to support organizations across its priority areas. Recent grant activity demonstrates ongoing commitment to nonprofits serving Harford County residents in health, education, human services, and civic and cultural sectors.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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