Mackenzie Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mackenzie Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.0 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$5.0 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$70.6 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.5 million the year before.
27% 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 | $3.5 million | 15 | $67.3 million |
| 2024 | $5.0 million | 15 | $70.6 million |
How to apply
Mackenzie 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 Mackenzie Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $2.4 million |
| Wyoming | 5 | $2.3 million |
| Florida | 1 | $150,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $75,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | Kelly Parcel campaign | $2.0 million |
| Lucile Packard Foundation for Childrens Health | The Mackenzie Family NICU Facilities Fund | $2.0 million |
| Lucile Packard Foundation for Childrens Health | Children's Health Advocacy | $250,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | Mackenzie Family Fund | $200,000 |
| Pga Tour First Tee Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | CoChallenger program for the Old Bill's Fun Run | $100,000 |
| Eat Learn Play Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| University of Virginia Darden School Foundation | Bruner Fund for transformational learning | $50,000 |
| Womens Sports Foundation | The Tara Vanderveer Fund for the Advancement of Women in Coaching | $50,000 |
| Eastside College Preparatory School Inc | Outdoor Education Program | $35,000 |
| East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Virginia Darden School Foundation | Chaplinsky Fund | $25,000 |
| Summer Search | Summer Search Silicon Valley | $20,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | Annual Fund | $10,000 |
| National Outdoor Leadership School | Annual Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alyson Mackenzie
- Andrew Mackenzie
- Douglas Mackenzie
- Shawn Mackenzie
Questions people ask
Does Mackenzie Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mackenzie Family Foundation give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Mackenzie Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alyson Mackenzie (Dir), Andrew Mackenzie (Dir), Douglas Mackenzie (Dir, Pres) and Shawn Mackenzie (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does Mackenzie Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and environment and conservation.