Myers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Myers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $877,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$877,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $952,676 the year before.
63% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.4 million | 15 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $952,676 | 9 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $877,500 | 16 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Myers 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 Myers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $395,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $300,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $60,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marquette University | General & Unrestricted | $300,000 |
| Catholic Community Foundation of San Diego | General & Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Newman Catholic Campus Ministry | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| John Carroll University | Carroll Fund | $50,000 |
| Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Pastor of Saint James Catholic Parish in Solana Be | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Miracle League of San Diego | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| St Joseph Parish Lake Orion | St. Joseph School Fund | $10,000 |
| Villa Angela St Joseph High School | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Autism Research Institute | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North Coast Repertory Theatre A Non Profit Corpora | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Southern California Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Aid to the Church in Need Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Myers
- Josephine Myers
Questions people ask
Does Myers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Myers Family Foundation give?
$877,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Myers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Myers (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Josephine Myers (VP).
What does Myers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and disability.