The Mufson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mufson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $11,000. 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$59,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,500 | 12 | $846,378 |
| 2024 | $52,000 | 13 | $954,548 |
| 2025 | $59,500 | 15 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Mufson 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 Mufson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $27,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $14,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $13,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Jersey Legal Services Inc | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| BRC (Formerly Bowery Residents Committee) | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Spur Local | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The New York Times Communities Fund (Formerly the Neediest Cases Fund) | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Columbia University (Double Discovery) | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Americares | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Center for Food Action | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Studio Theatre | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| City Harvest | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Girls Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Levine Music | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Focusing Philanthropy | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Mufson
- Laura Mufson
- Daniel Mufson
Questions people ask
Does The Mufson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mufson Family Foundation give?
$59,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Mufson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Mufson (Foundation Manager), Laura Mufson (Foundation Manager) and Daniel Mufson (Foundation Manager).
What does The Mufson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.