The SS Mack Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The SS Mack Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,300 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$49,300
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$902,016
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,225 the year before.
56% 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 | $39,000 | 24 | $590,834 |
| 2024 | $30,225 | 19 | $666,226 |
| 2025 | $49,300 | 27 | $902,016 |
How to apply
The SS Mack 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 SS Mack Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 23 | $46,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Chapel | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Bay Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Young Life | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Connecting for Kids of Westlake Ohio | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Young Life | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Feeding Souls Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Oh-Go | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Lake Erie Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Young Life | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Chris and Owen Kedas Memorial Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Young Life | Year End Campaign for Bay Village | $2,000 |
| Nathaniels Hope Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Nuhop Center for Experiential Learning | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Bay High School | True Friend Award Scholarship Fund | $1,000 |
| Bay Village Educational Foundation Inc | Special Education projects | $1,000 |
| Island Community Church Inc | Christmas Eve collection for Islamorada food bank | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | The BAY VILLAGE Leukemia & Lymphoma Society "Visionaries of the Year" Campaign | $1,000 |
| Transformations by Austin Angels | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| University of Dayton | Parent Leadership Council Pledge to OneDayOneDayton Wellness Center Fund | $1,000 |
| Aruna Project | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Saddleback Valley Community Church | Daily Hope Ministry | $500 |
| Sandusky Area Maritime Association | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Bay Village Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Village Project | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| New Perspective Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $300 |
| Humane Society of Madison County | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| The Chapel | Colombia Mission Trip | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Molly Shafer Mack
- Thomas W Mack
Questions people ask
Does The SS Mack Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The SS Mack Family Foundation give?
$49,300 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The SS Mack Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Molly Shafer Mack (Dir, Pres) and Thomas W Mack (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The SS Mack Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.