Michael Mason Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael Mason Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $3,000. 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$13,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$389,096
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 5 | $328,552 |
| 2024 | $13,000 | 6 | $343,072 |
| 2025 | $13,500 | 6 | $389,096 |
How to apply
Michael Mason 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 Michael Mason Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $11,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Domestic violence | $3,000 |
| Individual | Motivate youth to make healthy eating choices | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Force | Support soldiers of idf | $2,500 |
| Science Fiction Outreach Project | Promote reading of science fiction | $2,000 |
| Camp Conrad Chinnock | To promote diabetes educational services | $2,000 |
| Los Angeles Science Fantasy Society | To promote reading | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Waltzer
- Jean Mason
- Connie Seidman
- Sherri Benoun
- Christian McGuire
Questions people ask
Does Michael Mason Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael Mason Foundation give?
$13,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Michael Mason Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Waltzer (Chair/PRESIDENT), Jean Mason (Scrtry/Treasur), Connie Seidman (Director) and Sherri Benoun (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Michael Mason Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and science and research.