The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation is a private foundation based in Eagan, Minnesota. Its 2026 filing reports 91 grants totaling $1,006,100, primarily for scholarships, with a further grant designated for general operating support.
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation at a glance
In short: The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation gave $1.0M across 91 grants in 2026 (avg $11K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $1,006,100
- +32.0% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 91
- +4450.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $11,056
- -97.1% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $3,500
- Total assets
- $9,663,025
- -2.2% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Illinois (76% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation
- 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: PO Box 64193, Eagan, MN 55164
Phone: (888) 265-7962
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Southern Illinois University ($177K). Together the top 10 received $656K.
Organizations only. It also paid 5 individual scholarships ($43,250), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
99 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 87 grants of 99 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, the largest reported shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Illinois (76%) and Missouri (15%). Smaller reported shares went to Indiana (3%), Washington (1%), and Iowa (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 91 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation gives
- Giving grew 38% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 125% of 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $702K (2024) to $1.0M (2026). In 2026 it made 91 grants totaling $1.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL | Scholarships | $177,000 |
| The Macoupin Center for Carlinville, IL | General Operating | $120,000 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL | Scholarships | $80,250 |
| Illinois State University Normal, IL | Scholarships | $66,500 |
| Greenville University Greenville, IL | Scholarships | $45,750 |
| Illinois College Jacksonville, IL | Scholarships | $39,500 |
| Maryville University St. Louis, MO | Scholarships | $36,500 |
| Lewis and Clark Community College Godfrey, IL | Scholarships | $32,750 |
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL | Scholarships | $28,750 |
| University of Missouri Columbia, MO | Scholarships | $28,500 |
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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 | $9,663,025 | $1,043,017 | $1,255,244 | $1,006,100 | 91 | $1,082,048 | $875,642 | $867,030 |
| 2025 | $9,884,977 | $1,839,493 | $1,005,693 | $762,275 | 2 | $840,911 | $1,682,997 | $793,694 |
| 2024 | $9,056,436 | $2,049,927 | $941,390 | $701,550 | 2 | $774,439 | $1,915,930 | $693,202 |
| 2023 | $7,929,998 | $1,272,175 | $937,512 | $729,710 | 2 | $799,039 | $1,144,879 | $597,771 |
| 2022 | $7,579,048 | $732,409 | $963,545 | $750,773 | 2 | $827,227 | $598,042 | $710,943 |
| 2021 | $7,880,091 | $541,708 | $949,815 | $750,600 | 1 | — | $399,274 | $590,327 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation reported a distributable amount of $867K 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 show support for scholarships and general operating expenses, with many awards going to colleges and universities. For example, Illinois College describes itself as a four-year liberal arts institution, while an individual recipient Community College’s stated mission is to support its students, programs, and services. Millikin University describes its work as providing education that integrates theory and practice.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported 91 grants totaling $1,006,100. Grants ranged from $500 to $177,000, with a median award of $3,500. The largest listed grants included $177,000 to Southern Illinois University in Carbondale for scholarships; $120,000 to Macoupin Center for the in Carlinville for general operating support; $80,250 to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign for scholarships; and $66,500 to Illinois State University for scholarships. Other notable awards included $45,750 to Greenville University, $39,500 to Illinois College, and $36,500 to Maryville University, all for scholarships.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Edwin E Hardt, Karl W Hardt, Dorothy A Ernst, Joshua Hardt, Carrie Hardt, and Paul Ernst as members of the board of directors.
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's 2026 filing lists 6 officers; all 6 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Carrie Hardt
Board of Directors
On filings since 2021
$50 (2021) → $700 (2026)
Dorothy A. Ernst
Board of Directors
On filings since 2021
$20K (2021) → $25K (2026)
Edwin E. Hardt
Board of Directors
On filings since 2021
$20K (2021) → $25K (2026)
Joshua Hardt
Board of Directors
On filings since 2021
$50 (2021) → $700 (2026)
Karl W. Hardt
Board of Directors
On filings since 2021
$20K (2021) → $29K (2026)
Paul Ernst
Board of Directors
On filings since 2021
$50 (2021) → $700 (2026)
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 $29K, to Karl W Hardt (Board of Directors). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation
How much does The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation give each year?
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation gave $1.0M across 91 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $762K across 2 grants.
What is The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's typical grant size?
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $3,500, and its average grant was $11,056, across 91 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation give grants?
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation gives mostly in Illinois: 76% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Missouri (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were St. Louis, MO (8 grants), Chicago, IL (5 grants), Carlinville, IL (3 grants) and Litchfield, IL (3 grants).
Does The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 15% of The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (14 of 91) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Scholarships" (77 grants).
Who are The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's largest grantees?
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Southern Illinois University ($177,000), The Macoupin Center for ($120,000) and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign ($80,250), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 5 individual scholarships ($43,250), which are not listed by name. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation?
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation reported $9.7M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $867K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants show support for scholarships and general operating expenses, with many awards going to colleges and universities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation?
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 The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's EIN?
The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 37-1406237. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation 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
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 11, 2026)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS February 12, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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