Mattel Children's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mattel Children's Foundation is a private foundation in El Segundo, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,797 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $62,437. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$290,797
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$62,437
- Assets$152,129
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $251,919 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $251,919 | 16 | $63,047 |
| 2024 | $290,797 | 10 | $152,129 |
How to apply
Mattel Children's 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 Mattel Children's Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $122,437 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $47,500 |
| New York | 2 | $32,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Matching Grants | General operating support | $62,437 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief | $25,000 |
| Good Foundation | Disaster relief | $25,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Disaster relief | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Amry | Disaster relief | $25,000 |
| Museique | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Connecticut Children's Foundation | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Emerge Connecticut | Disaster relief | $7,500 |
| Quinnipiac University | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Soroka Medical Center | General operating support | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dave Zbojniewicz
- Nancy Molenda
- Amarilis Whitty
- Melissa Hogan
- Michael Olivas
- Catherine Frymark
- PJ Lewis
- Tiffani Magri
- Karen Ancira
- Steve Totzke
Questions people ask
Does Mattel Children's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mattel Children's Foundation give?
$290,797 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Mattel Children's Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dave Zbojniewicz (Chief Financial Officer), Nancy Molenda (President), Amarilis Whitty (Vice President) and Melissa Hogan (Treasurer) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Mattel Children's Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.