Melinda Lee Meyer Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Melinda Lee Meyer Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Tarzana, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$23,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$475,953
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,521 the year before.
83% 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 | $50,000 | 6 | $430,066 |
| 2024 | $21,521 | 4 | $412,806 |
| 2025 | $23,000 | 7 | $475,953 |
How to apply
Melinda Lee Meyer Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville High School | For general aid | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | For general aid | $5,000 |
| Individual | For general aid | $4,200 |
| Igby Ministries | For general aid | $3,000 |
| Voice of Oc | For general aid | $2,500 |
| Lafd Foundation | For general aid | $2,000 |
| Sisters of St Louis | For general aid | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Eskander Esq
Questions people ask
Does Melinda Lee Meyer Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Melinda Lee Meyer Charitable Trust give?
$23,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Melinda Lee Meyer Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Eskander Esq (Trustee).