Mike and Lynn May Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mike and Lynn May Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $17,000. 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$42,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $68,070 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 | $57,500 | 6 | $940,360 |
| 2024 | $68,070 | 7 | $997,595 |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Mike and Lynn May 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 Mike and Lynn May Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $42,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Church | Donation | $17,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Central New York | Donation | $10,000 |
| First Tee Syracuse | Donation | $7,500 |
| Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Rescue Mission of Syracuse | Donation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael May Sr
- Lynn May
- Michael May Jr
- Lindsay May
- Thomas Lewis
Questions people ask
Does Mike and Lynn May Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mike and Lynn May Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Mike and Lynn May Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael May Sr (President), Lynn May (Secretary), Michael May Jr (Director) and Lindsay May (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mike and Lynn May Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.