Missionsquare Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Missionsquare Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $275,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$275,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$17.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $700,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $700,000 | 4 | $17.4 million |
| 2024 | $275,000 | 5 | $17.5 million |
How to apply
Missionsquare 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Missionsquare Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $150,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $95,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Civic League | To advance civic engagement to create equitable, thriving communities. | $150,000 |
| Missionsquare Retirement Memorial Scholarship Fund | Honors employees in education, health care, not-for-profit, public safety, and other local and state government who died in the line of duty while serving their communities. | $70,000 |
| Miriam's Kitchen | Support fight to end homelessness | $25,000 |
| Feeding America | Support fight to end food insecurities | $25,000 |
| YMCA of the USA | Support to implement youth & government program | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deanna Santana
- Dai Shi
- Angela Montez
- THOMAS McANDREWS
Questions people ask
Does Missionsquare Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Missionsquare Foundation give?
$275,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Missionsquare Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deanna Santana (President), Dai Shi (Treasurer), Angela Montez (Secretary) and THOMAS McANDREWS (Assistant Secretary).
What does Missionsquare Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.