Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation is a private foundation in Mesa, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,710 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $180 and the largest $1,010. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$4,710
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$180
- Largest grant$1,010
- Assets$16,746
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $119,868 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,246 | 11 | $43,687 |
| 2024 | $119,868 | 11 | $22,004 |
| 2025 | $4,710 | 9 | $16,746 |
How to apply
Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 5 | $2,490 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $2,110 |
| California | 1 | $110 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stray Cat Blues Rescue | General fund | $1,010 |
| Asu Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Pennridge School District | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Xavier College Preparatory | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of Eight Arizona PBS | General fund | $180 |
| Friends of Public Radio Arizona | General fund | $180 |
| Access Eta | General fund | $130 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General fund | $110 |
| NCC | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- William D Mensch Jr
- Diane Mensch
Questions people ask
Does Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation give?
$4,710 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $180.
Who runs Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William D Mensch Jr (Pres & Ceo) and Diane Mensch (Treas & Sec).
What does Bill and Dianne Mensch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.