Max & Helen Philippson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Max & Helen Philippson Foundation is a private foundation in Weston, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $5,000. 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$7,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$99,492
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,250 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $110,939 |
| 2024 | $3,250 | 5 | $106,420 |
| 2025 | $7,500 | 2 | $99,492 |
How to apply
Max & Helen Philippson 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 Max & Helen Philippson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Animal Society | To help prevent cruelty to animals in the charelston community. | $5,000 |
| Wings for Kids | To help children in under-served and overlooked communities to succeed in school and thrive in life by providing a safe and supportive place after school. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Hilary Philippson
- Holly Melosi
Questions people ask
Does Max & Helen Philippson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Max & Helen Philippson Foundation give?
$7,500 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Max & Helen Philippson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hilary Philippson (Trustee, Pres, Treas,sec) and Holly Melosi (Vice President).
What does Max & Helen Philippson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and youth programs.