The Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $891,000 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$891,000
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$18.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $837,000 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $774,000 | 46 | $14.8 million |
| 2023 | $837,000 | 48 | $16.2 million |
| 2024 | $891,000 | 56 | $18.6 million |
How to apply
The Edward E & Marie L Matthews 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 Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 13 | $349,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $215,000 |
| California | 6 | $121,500 |
| New York | 8 | $82,250 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $58,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $22,500 |
| Texas | 3 | $9,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $7,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $6,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evanston Northwestern Healthcare | General & Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| McCarter Theatre Company | General & Unrestricted | $102,000 |
| North Shore Country Day School | General & Unrestricted | $80,000 |
| Gill St Bernards School | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Princeton Symphony Orchestra Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| The YWCA of Princeton Inc | Breast Cancer Resource Center Construction Fund | $50,000 |
| Wells College | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| California Alumni Association | MLM Achievement Award Fund | $40,000 |
| Pacific Battleship Center | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Rumsey Hall School Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| West Coast Sports Medicine Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Berlin Airlift Historical Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Food Allergy Research & Education Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Foundation for Morristown Medical Center | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Ralston Engine Company No 1 | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Explorers Club | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Center at 353 Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Solidarity Bridge Inc | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Abilis Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Camp Dudley Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,250 |
| Florida Guardian Ad Litem Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| California Alumni Association | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Franklin Academy Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Heroes for Heroes | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mendham Township First Aid Squad Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mendham Township Police Department | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| President & Fellows of Middlebury College | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Forman School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Childrens Day School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Russell Rescue Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Wood River Community Young Mens Christian Associat | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| MOTHERS2MOTHERS United States Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Ausable Club Preservation Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Gotham Food Pantry | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Humane Society of Boulder Valley Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Trevor Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Louise M Flickinger
- Douglas L Matthews
- Edward E Matthews
- Gregory E Matthews
- Russell E Matthews
Questions people ask
Does The Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation give?
$891,000 in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Louise M Flickinger (Dir), Douglas L Matthews (Dir, Sec), Edward E Matthews (Pres, Dir) and Gregory E Matthews (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Edward E & Marie L Matthews Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.