The MBK Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The MBK Foundation is a private foundation in Castro Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $110,000 the year before.
5% 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 | $101,850 | 20 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $110,000 | 23 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 21 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The MBK 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 The MBK Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 7 | $30,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $18,000 |
| Montana | 4 | $15,600 |
| California | 3 | $14,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $13,300 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALS Therapy Development Institute | Donation to support research of effective treatments for als (lou gehrig's) disease. | $18,000 |
| University of Arizona - BIO5 Keys Internship Program | Donation to support summer internship program for students. | $15,000 |
| Education Through Music Colorado | Donation to support music programs to underserved communities. | $10,800 |
| Big Sky Bravery | Donation to support post deployment decompression programs for special ops forces. | $6,400 |
| The Campanile Foundation | Donation to support naval rotc scholarships. | $6,000 |
| University of Arizona - BIO5 Keys Internship Program | Donation to support summer internship program for students. | $5,000 |
| University of Arizona - College of Social & Behavioral Sciences | Donation to support manzo school garden program. | $5,000 |
| University of San Diego Accounting Devel Fund | Donation to support accounting dept scholarships. | $5,000 |
| Kappa Sigma Educational Foundation | Donation to support educaitonal scholarships and grants. | $4,400 |
| Yellowstone Forever | Donation to protect, preserve and enhance yellowstone national park. | $4,400 |
| Seacoast Church | Donation to support those in pain find healing and clarity through the counseling center. | $3,000 |
| Shanel Valley Academy | Donation to support the charter school restoring local access to education to families. | $3,000 |
| Warriors of Quiet Waters | Donation to support post 9/11 combat veterans and their loved ones. | $3,000 |
| Colorado Coalition for the Homeless | Donation to support people achieving & maintaning housing stability. | $2,500 |
| K9 for Warriors | Donation to support training of service dogs for veterans suffering ptst, tbo and/or mst. | $2,500 |
| Avian Conservation Center | Donation to support medical care for injured birds and shorebirds. | $2,000 |
| Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter | Donation to support shelter for animals. | $1,800 |
| University of Arizona - College of Science Admin Galilio Circle Program | Donation to support scholarships to undergrad and grad students. | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Empowering post-9/11 veterans, service members and their families to thrive | $800 |
| Ability Dogs of Arizona | Donation to support specialized training for people and their dogs to enhance quality of life. | $200 |
| Humane Society of Southern Arizona | Donation to support shelter for animals. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Keating
- Thomas D Keating
- Kendra C Keating
- Irene M Keating
- Thomas W Keating
Questions people ask
Does The MBK Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The MBK Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The MBK Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James M Keating (Ceo & Director), Thomas D Keating (Secretary/Director), Kendra C Keating (Cfo/Director) and Irene M Keating (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The MBK Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.