The Munson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Munson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Anaheim, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 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 | $99,250 | 14 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 16 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $150,000 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Munson Family 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 Munson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $45,000 |
| California | 3 | $39,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $21,000 |
| Washington | 4 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State Foundation | Leader Academy student support | $36,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe | General Funds | $28,000 |
| Crisis Intervention Services | The Community House | $21,000 |
| Aunt Dot's Place | Community Food Bank | $10,000 |
| Neighbors Nourishing Neighbors | General Funds | $10,000 |
| CASA-Voices for Children | General Fundsunds | $9,000 |
| Achieve Tahoe | Food Bank | $6,000 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | 500 Initiative | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Boise Rescue Mission Ministries | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Foster and Heart | General Funds | $5,000 |
| Washington Kids in Transition | General FundsGeneral Funds | $2,500 |
| Edmonds Food Bank | General Funds | $2,500 |
| Girls on the Run Snohomish County | General Funds | $2,500 |
| Neighborcare Health | General Funds | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth R Munson
- Candace Leasure
- Colleen Munson Kelly
Questions people ask
Does The Munson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Munson Family Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Munson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth R Munson (President & CEO), Candace Leasure (Secretary & CFO) and Colleen Munson Kelly (Director).
What does The Munson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and food and hunger.