Milton Meyer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Milton Meyer Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,100 in 26 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25,100
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$238,202
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2024 was up from $24,000 the year before.
4% of its 2024 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 | $24,000 | 28 | $246,341 |
| 2024 | $25,100 | 26 | $238,202 |
How to apply
Milton Meyer 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 Milton Meyer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $19,350 |
| New York | 2 | $3,250 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts Museum | Support | $2,500 |
| Kqed | Support | $2,300 |
| ACLU | Support | $2,000 |
| San Francisco Symphony | Support | $1,800 |
| Uc Berkeley | Support | $1,500 |
| Unchained | Support | $1,500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Support | $1,250 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Support | $1,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Support | $1,000 |
| Native Animal Rescue Santa Cruz | Support | $1,000 |
| Santa Cruz Teen Center | Support | $1,000 |
| Science Education Center | Support | $1,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Support | $1,000 |
| Housing Matters | Support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support | $750 |
| Homeless Garden Project | Support | $500 |
| Spirit Rock Foundation | Support | $500 |
| Scholar Match | Support | $500 |
| Friends Artists of Elkhorn Slough | Support | $500 |
| People for the American Way | Support | $500 |
| Wildcare | Support | $500 |
| American Humanist Association | Support | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Support | $500 |
| Marin Humane Society | Support | $300 |
| Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks | Support | $100 |
| Ca State Parks Foundation | Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joy C Wallenberg MD
- Carla Buchanan
- Gary Silberstein
- Dale Lachtman
Questions people ask
Does Milton Meyer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Milton Meyer Foundation give?
$25,100 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Milton Meyer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joy C Wallenberg MD (President), Carla Buchanan (Cfo/Treasurer), Gary Silberstein (Vice President) and Dale Lachtman (Secretary).
What does Milton Meyer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and human services.