The Mosse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mosse Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $340,163. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$340,163
- Assets$16.2 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 33 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 38 | $16.2 million |
How to apply
The Mosse 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 Mosse Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California. It also paid $56,287 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $925,663 |
| New York | 3 | $257,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 17 | $78,356 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $35,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,102 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $253 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paros Foundation | Charitable organization - see attached expenditure report | $340,163 |
| Berkeley Repertory Theatre | Charitable organization | $236,000 |
| Cornell University | Charitable organization | $200,000 |
| Mathematical Sciences Research Institute | Charitable organization | $200,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | Charitable organization | $110,000 |
| Protect Democracy Project | Charitable organization | $100,000 |
| Humboldt Universitat Zu Berlin | Charitable organization | $56,287 |
| Northside Center for Child Development | Charitable organization | $50,000 |
| University of Wi Foundation | Charitable organization | $35,000 |
| Lesley University | Charitable organization | $30,000 |
| Ucb Cal Performances | Charitable organization | $25,000 |
| WGBH | Charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Kqed | Charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Columbia University | Charitable organization | $7,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Boston | Charitable organization | $6,023 |
| Save Our Sound Hyannis Ma | Charitable organization | $5,182 |
| Castine Historical Society | Charitable organization | $5,102 |
| Giving to Dartmouth | Charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Saint Joseph Parish | Charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust | Charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Pacific Pinball Museum | Charitable organization | $3,500 |
| St Andrews | Charitable organization | $3,500 |
| Ascension Providence Foundation | Charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Caritas Communities | Charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Film Society | Charitable organization | $2,500 |
| The Trustees Org Boston | Charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Wcai Public Radio | Charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Museum | Charitable organization | $1,500 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Charitable organization | $1,270 |
| Ace Mentor Program | Charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Sheriffs Meadows Foundation | Charitable organization | $1,000 |
| The Vilna Shul | Charitable organization | $523 |
| Armenian Film Society | Charitable organization | $500 |
| Stanford University | Charitable organization | $500 |
| The Boathouse Foundation | Charitable organization | $300 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Charitable organization | $299 |
| Zumix Inc | Charitable organization | $259 |
| Closer to Free Ride-Yale New Haven Health | Charitable organization | $253 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Strauch
- Hans Strauch
Questions people ask
Does The Mosse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mosse Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs The Mosse Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger Strauch (Trustee) and Hans Strauch (Trustee).
What does The Mosse Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.