The Mehlum Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mehlum Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $197,917 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $75,417. 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$197,917
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$75,417
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2024 was up from $159,000 the year before.
79% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $159,000 | 31 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $197,917 | 35 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
The Mehlum 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 Mehlum Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 24 | $174,917 |
| Washington | 3 | $7,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 3 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Lane County | To facilitate the liquidation of the stock and the redistribution of all proceeds exclusively to verified public charities (See General Explanation) | $75,417 |
| Western Lane County Foundation | Chris Mehlum Endowment fund | $14,000 |
| Lane Community College Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Siuslaw Pioneer Museum Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The John G Shedd Institute for the Arts | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Western Lane County Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Center for Community Counseling | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Food for Lane County | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Seguro Y Sano - Safe & Sound | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Soroptimist International of the Americas Inc | Women Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Springfield Rotary Charitable Foundation | Springfield High School Students Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Brightfocus Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Eugene Ballet | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Florence Kiwanis Foundation Inc 1726 Highway 101 | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Greenhill Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Ophelias Place | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Oregon Coast Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Trustees of Robert College of Istanbul | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Corvallis | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Emerald Kidsports | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Eugene Christian School | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| United Way of Lane County | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Caldera | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Clare Matrix | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Feast Collective | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| One Tail at A Time - PDX | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | Children in Gaza fund | $1,000 |
| Rotary Club of Florence Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest Inland Northwest | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Southern California Area Assembly of Alcoholics an | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| With Love Oregon | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Hekimoglu
- Ann Marie Mehlum
- Emel Mehlum
- Rolf Erik Mehlum
- Katherine J Woodman
Questions people ask
Does The Mehlum Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mehlum Family Foundation give?
$197,917 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Mehlum Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Hekimoglu (Dir, Sec), Ann Marie Mehlum (Dir, Treas), Emel Mehlum (Dir) and Rolf Erik Mehlum (Dir, VP) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Mehlum Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and arts and culture.