Carlsen Muir Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carlsen Muir Family Foundation is a private foundation in Folsom, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 58 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $220,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$220,000
- Assets$18.8 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $983,378 the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $722,681 | 61 | $18.6 million |
| 2024 | $983,378 | 54 | $18.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 58 | $18.8 million |
How to apply
Carlsen Muir Family 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.
What Carlsen Muir Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 46 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 3 | $41,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $26,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $15,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes Food Bank | Every human being has a fundamental right to access to food. No person deserves to go hungry. The reality is that food insecurity impacts one in six Americans who report running out of food at least once a year. We serve individuals, families, senior citizens and homeless who are desperate for groceries for themselves and their families.Money goes to general operations | $220,000 |
| Powerhouse Ministries | Support the Women and Childrens Transformation Center. They strive to break the cycle of life-destroying forces and choices. The children of PTC benefit from excellent care, counseling and community, giving them the hope of a much brighter future. The Powerhouse Transformation Center is one of the few no-cost residential recovery programs in Northern California. The center addresses all aspects of a womans life within a safe, caring community. We know for life transformation there are no quick fixes. The program is tailored to each womans personal development needs, dreams and life goals. It consists of five phases and lasts approximately two years. | $152,000 |
| Individual | $150,000 | |
| Individual | $50,000 | |
| Hands for an African Child | MISSION: Bring homeless orphaned children into loving family homes with mothers and fathers, where they will feel God's love for them and become self-reliant adults, breaking the cycle of poverty. We are creating a self-sustaining agriculture based farming community with elementary, secondary and trade schools. This community will reach out to the local villages with clean water initiatives, education on personal hygiene, sanitation and improved farming techniques. There will also be a medical/dental clinic which will used for the community and visiting "medical mission trips". The children will be taught of God's love for them and to live by Christian principles and values. | $50,000 |
| Individual | To provide children facing adversity with professionally-supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that impact their lives forever. To increase the number of successful mentoring relationships for all children who need them, contributing to brighter futures, better schools, and stronger communities. | $40,000 |
| SEAL Future Foundation Inc | We work tirelessly to provide Navy SEALs a foundation that supports their well-being, education and career to continue a life of service within their communities. | $35,000 |
| Theatre for Children | $150,000 Last portion of $250,000 Pledge of $26million Building Fund for new theatre. Sponsored Box Office | $30,000 |
| Wellsprings Womens Center | The Mission of Wellspring Womens Center is to nurture the innate goodness and personal self-esteem of women and their children and to do so within an atmosphere of hospitality with dignity and love. Wellspring serves as a drop-in center to vulnerable women and their children and provides a nutritious breakfast and light lunch. Additionally, we provide practical assistance combined with compassion and encouragement in a stable environment. Wellspring started from humble beginnings and has grown to become a trusted neighborhood gathering place that reduces isolation and loneliness. | $30,000 |
| Anne Carlsen Center | Medical Equipment, primary ventilators, and a feeding pump. | $25,000 |
| Individual | General Operations of Emergency Bridge Housing | $25,000 |
| Individual | $25,000 | |
| International Justice Mission | We dont stop at rescuing and restoring people who have been abused. Our goal is to prevent the violence from happening in the first place.Thats why IJM and our partners collaborate with local authorities to serve individual survivors of violence, pursue sustainable improvements in the justice system and build communities where all people can expect to be safe and protected. | $25,000 |
| Journey Church | The Balance for General Operations, Missions, Evangelism, Disaster Assistance, Support for PCUSA | $20,865 |
| HART of Folsom | Assist in general operations of temporarily housing feeding dinner to the homeless of Folsom, CA during the months of December through March. | $20,000 |
| Orangevale Fair Oaks Comm Foundatio | We aim for every person, group, & organization in Orangevale and Fair Oaks to be engaged in making our community better,If that sounds like you, join us & see for yourself that service & generosity are at the core of who we are | $20,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-GEC | Help prepare young people to serve, lead, experience adventure, develop character, and shape future leaders. | $10,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Attack cancer from every angle. Promote healthy lifestyles to help you prevent cancer. Research cancer and its causes to find more answers and better treatments. Fight for lifesaving policy changes. Provide everything from emotional support to the latest cancer information for those who have been touched by cancer. | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Central CA | Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) programs have caught on quickly at GSHCC because Girl Scouts are curious, motivated and adventurous by nature. Our organization is uniquely positioned to address gender inequity in STEM education and enrichment locally. We recognize that STEM educational opportunities for girls are necessary now more than ever. In order to provide girls with empowering, hands-on STEM learning opportunities, GSHCC opened the regions first girl-led, girl-build STEM Center + MakerSpace in November 2017. This unique facility will host a variety of structured and open-format maker and design-thinking activities that encourage girls to embrace the spirit of scientific discovery in their lives. The STEM Center + MakerSpace is an investment in the next generation of Go-getters, Innovators, Risk-takers, and Leaders (G.I.R.L.s), and will serve as a hub for girl innovation, exploration and discovery for Girl Scouts throughout our 18-county region. | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Albion College | Mission of the organization: An independent, coeducational, residential college founded more than 175 years ago, Albion is committed to the liberal arts tradition. Historically related to the United Methodist Church, the College is dedicated to preserving the values of the past, to serving the needs of the present and to anticipating the goals of the future. | $10,000 |
| Divine Savior Catholic Church | Church support | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions. Habitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every person should have a simple, durable place to live in dignity and safety, and that decent shelter in decent communities should be a matter of conscience and action for all. | $10,000 |
| Home Aid Sacramento | Established in 1996, our vision is to be a vital force in creating safe and dignified housing and programmatic facilities for those who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. | $10,000 |
| Social Venture Partners Sacramento | Sacramento Venture Philanthropy (SVP) is a philanthropic network, but we do more than give away money. SVP helps those out to do good, do better bringing together donors, nonprofits and social enterprises so we can make a greater collective impact. | $10,000 |
| Infinite Friends | Infinite Friends is a non-profit 501c3 organizations that focuses on creating a place where those who are 22 years and older and have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can come together and realize their full potential as adults. Infinite Friends is a place where everyone knows one another, a place where they feel at home and more importantly where they want to be. Infinite Friends connects them to the greater world around them with resources and relationships that will last a lifetime. At Infinite Friends we believe everyone, including our friends have the right to be included, to dream big and reach for their goals no matter how big. | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | The American Red Cross, also known as The American National Red Cross, is a non-profit humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and disaster preparedness education in the United States. | $5,000 |
| California Waterfowl Assoc | California Waterfowl finds its strength in a set of clear core values. These values define our organization and guide us in our hunt for a better California. Stewardship: Finding Common GroundCalifornia Waterfowl serves as a bridge to connect hunters and non-hunters, public and private interests, young and old toward a common goal of conserving and enjoying our natural resources. By building strong partnerships and family involvement, the Association is connecting with Californians of all interests to inspire stewardship of our wetlands and wildlife resources.Heritage: Hunter DrivenCalifornia Waterfowl believes that hunting deeply connects people to the natural world and generates the knowledge and commitment to conserve our treasured resources. This passion for active involvement in nature motivates hunters to make vital investments in conserving California for our children and grandchildren. Education: Focused on the FutureCalifornia Waterfowl stimulates youths and adults to value wa | $5,000 |
| Individual | $5,000 | |
| Guide Dogs of America | Puppy raisers are the cornerstone of our training program at Guide Dogs of America. At the heart of every successful guide dog team is a puppy raiser who embraced the opportunity to raise a special puppy, teach him to feel safe in the world, and help him learn the skills necessary to become a well-mannered canine citizenPuppies are placed with carefully screened foster families, known as puppy raisers, when they are 8 weeks old. The puppy raisers job is to provide a loving first home, teach basic obedience and proper house manners to stay off furniture, not to jump on counters, not to chew inappropriate items in the home, etc. They also provide ongoing urban socialization, carefully exposing the dogs to a wide variety of public settings and teaching them to be calm and confident in all situations. Thanks to our dedicated puppy raisers, the dogs are well prepared to return to GDA at 16 to 18 months old, when they begin 4 to 6 months of formal guide-work training.GDA supports our puppy r | $5,000 |
| Better Life Foundation | Mission of the organization: The mission of the Better LifeFoundation is to imwove the lives of those affected with blood cancers by funding research and educational programs. The f oundation is based in Carmichael, California | $5,000 |
| Individual | $5,000 | |
| Chico Project SAVE | Chico Project SAVE (Salvage All Valuable Equipment) collects, then re-distributes, quality recycled medical and dental equipment and supplies both locally and around the world, in an effort to help people receive needed care who otherwise might not. The organization was founded in the early 1990's by Dr. Phyllis Cullen, saving supplies and equipment for local physicians going on medical missions, and has been enlarged and directed since 2004 by Chico, CA, resident Janice Walker. The administration and staff are all unpaid volunteers. Shipping costs are paid with tax-deductible donations. Recipient and donor organizations are asked to raise the funds for shipping costs. | $5,000 |
| FarWide Conservation Trust | FarWide Conservation Trust is dedicated to the conservation of fish and wildlife habitat and the expansion of outdoor recreational opportunities. | $5,000 |
| Fostering Success and Significance | We exist to connect extraordinary foster youth attending college to vital resources which will be instrumental in helping them achieving their personal and professional goals. | $5,000 |
| Roberts Family Development Center | Roberts Family Development Center's (RFDC) mission is to provide services to the Greater Sacramento area that meet the individual needs of each family member.Our services provide a holistic approach focusing on PreK-12th grade academic support and enrichment, parent education and engagement, and community involvement and advocacy. | $5,000 |
| MI Dentist Foundation | The mission of the Michigan Dental Association Foundation is improving dental health in communities throughout Michigan by helping fund an ever-expanding program of innovative charitable programs and services. The Foundation also provides scholarships for students interested in pursuing careers in dentistry. | $5,000 |
| Los Rios Coolege Foundation | LRCF Student Emergency Funds which helps remove financial barriers faced by students. | $5,000 |
| Individual | $5,000 | |
| Individual | help individual artists and arts organizations at every level of the cultural ecosystem, in every creative medium by providing fundraising tools, educational resources, and personalized support.That means artists can devote their effort to doing what they do best making art that matters to them and the world.We are based in New York but our influence is national even global, with international members.Our vision is to create a world where all artists have the tools they need to make their creative dreams a reality. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Carlsen
- Beth Carlsen
- David Leland Carlsen
- Kathleen Marie Carlsen
- Mac Carlsen
Questions people ask
Does Carlsen Muir Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carlsen Muir Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Carlsen Muir Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Carlsen (President), Beth Carlsen (Cfo), David Leland Carlsen (Director) and Kathleen Marie Carlsen (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Carlsen Muir Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and housing and homelessness.