Mallon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mallon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,502 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$63,502
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1,142
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,065 the year before.
40% 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 | $49,608 | 14 | $13,547 |
| 2024 | $37,065 | 17 | $3,972 |
| 2025 | $63,502 | 20 | $1,142 |
How to apply
Mallon 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 Mallon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Wisconsin. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $11,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 4 | $9,452 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $6,150 |
| Colorado | 2 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Intervarsity | General support | $11,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | General support | $10,000 |
| Christian Educators Outreach | General support | $7,000 |
| High Fives Foundation | General support | $5,250 |
| Awaken Inc | General support | $5,150 |
| Sierra Vista for Girls | General support | $5,000 |
| Brave Global | General support | $2,500 |
| Bright Hope International | General support | $2,500 |
| Groundwire Aka Champion Ministries | General support | $2,500 |
| International Friendships | General support | $2,500 |
| Youth for Christ International | General support | $2,500 |
| Indopartners Agency | General support | $1,500 |
| Ranger Road | General support | $1,444 |
| Washoe County Sheriff's Office | General support | $1,000 |
| Fmi | General support | $1,000 |
| Chosen | General support | $1,000 |
| American Association of University Women | General support | $500 |
| Juvenile Diabetes | General support | $500 |
| Baseballs and Bats for Roatan | General support | $400 |
| Teal Foundation | General support | $258 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Mallon
Questions people ask
Does Mallon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mallon Family Foundation give?
$63,502 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Mallon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Mallon (President).
What does Mallon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.