The Mullen Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Mullen Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $565,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$565,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $361,000 the year before.
45% 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 | $361,000 | 17 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $565,000 | 20 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
The Mullen Family Foundation Inc 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 Mullen Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $280,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 2 | $85,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $42,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital | General purposes | $125,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | General purposes | $100,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | General purposes | $75,000 |
| Boston University | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Golf Club Foundation | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Represent US | General purposes | $50,000 |
| University of Michigan | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Wake Forest University | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association Inc | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Day Academy | General purposes | $10,000 |
| The Headstrong Project | General purposes | $10,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Cabinet of Curiosity | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Fresh RX | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Sankaty Head Foundation Inc | General purposes | $5,000 |
| The 1909 Foundation | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Fire Aid la | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Friends of Recreation Inc | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Sparcc (Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center) | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Nantucket Dance Theater | General purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy R Mullen
- Alicia C Mullen
- Mary L Mullen
- Joseph Mullen
- Louis S Harrison
Questions people ask
Does The Mullen Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mullen Family Foundation Inc give?
$565,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Mullen Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy R Mullen (Pres/Treas/Dir), Alicia C Mullen (Vp/Sec/Dir), Mary L Mullen (Director) and Joseph Mullen (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Mullen Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.