The Maue Kay Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Maue Kay Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $136,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$136,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$343,429
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $135,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $160,000 | 19 | $371,991 |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 11 | $308,151 |
| 2025 | $136,000 | 12 | $343,429 |
How to apply
The Maue Kay 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 The Maue Kay Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $75,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Conserv NW - Save the Elep | Wildlife protection | $30,000 |
| Orangutan Foundation | Wildlife protection | $20,000 |
| Big Life Foundation | Wildlife protection | $20,000 |
| Int'l Fund for Animal Welfare | Wildlife protection | $15,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Amboseli Trust for Elephants | Wildlife protection | $10,000 |
| Earthjustice | Environmental protection | $10,000 |
| Individual | Nature conservation. | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of SBC | Ending hunger | $5,000 |
| African People Wildlife Fund - Apw | Humanitarian and wildlife protection | $2,500 |
| Individual | Wildlife protection | $2,500 |
| Paws | Wildlife protection | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Kay
- Jutta Maue-Kay
- Shawn Kay
- Rene de Tombe
- Stephen N Getzoff
Questions people ask
Does The Maue Kay Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Maue Kay Foundation give?
$136,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Maue Kay Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Kay (President, Dir), Jutta Maue-Kay (Sec, Treas, Dir), Shawn Kay (Director) and Rene de Tombe (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Maue Kay Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.