The MST Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The MST Foundation is a private foundation in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $262,499 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $29,576. 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$262,499
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$29,576
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $219,300 the year before.
70% 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 | $249,880 | 20 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $219,300 | 25 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $262,499 | 33 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
The MST 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 MST Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Florida. It also paid $3,569 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $80,326 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $30,000 |
| California | 2 | $26,854 |
| Michigan | 3 | $20,250 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Achievement | To provide support | $29,576 |
| Team Rubicon | To provide support | $25,000 |
| Doners Choose | To provide support | $20,000 |
| Multi Agency Homeless Taskforce | To provide support | $20,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundations | To provide support | $20,000 |
| University of Miami Neurology | To provide support | $15,000 |
| Global Empowerment Ministries | To provide support | $15,000 |
| Addi's Faith | To provide support | $10,000 |
| Global Givingoce Junor Golf Foundation | To provide support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To provide support | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | To provide support | $10,000 |
| Akc Canine Health Foundation | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Amica Center for Immigration Rights | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Auburn University | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Autoimmune Association | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Broward Center | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Childrens Literacy Foundation | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Counseling Paid Forward | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Covenant House | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Partners in Health | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Shenandoah National Park Trust | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Veg Cares | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Edgewood Brookland Family Support | To provide support | $5,000 |
| 4 Ocean | To provide support | $5,000 |
| Camh Foundation | To provide support | $3,569 |
| Beaux Arts | To provide support | $1,854 |
| One Eleuthera | To provide support | $1,000 |
| All Hands and Hearts | To provide support | $500 |
| Nova Southeastern University Art Museum | To provide support | $500 |
| Friends of Birch State Park | To provide support | $250 |
| Koa (Kal Foundation)fund | To provide support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark D Manifould
- Mary S Manifould
- Richard Withy
Questions people ask
Does The MST Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The MST Foundation give?
$262,499 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The MST Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark D Manifould (Director), Mary S Manifould (Director) and Richard Withy (Director).
What does The MST Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.