Mgo Cares
Preselected recipients only
Mgo Cares is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,030 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$4,030
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$51,872
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,396 the year before.
100% 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 | $21,000 | 8 | $34,184 |
| 2024 | $2,396 | 3 | $45,768 |
| 2025 | $4,030 | 3 | $51,872 |
How to apply
Mgo Cares 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 Mgo Cares funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $530 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | General charitable | $2,500 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Team for Kids | General charitable | $530 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Goldman
- Dustin Grizzle
- John Apuzzo
- Danielle Bradley
- Scott Elliott
Questions people ask
Does Mgo Cares accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mgo Cares give?
$4,030 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Mgo Cares?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Goldman (Chairman & Secretary), Dustin Grizzle (Director), John Apuzzo (Director) and Danielle Bradley (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mgo Cares fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and youth programs.