Institute of Mental Hygiene
Preselected recipients only
Institute of Mental Hygiene is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $825,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $935,000 and the largest $935,000. 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$825,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$935,000
- Largest grant$935,000
- Assets$53.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $438,898 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $438,898 | 1 | $25.1 million |
| 2024 | $825,000 | 1 | $53.5 million |
How to apply
Institute of Mental Hygiene 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Institute of Mental Hygiene funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $935,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Schedule 1 | Mental health research & services | $935,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Williamson
- Myrialis King
- Mia D Merrell
- Ethan Ashley
- Tap Bui
- Martin Drell MD
- Deena Gerber
- Aqua Stovall
- Kathleen Zuniga
- RONALD McCLAIN
- Mark Taliancich
- Saundra Levy
- ALLISON BOOTHE TRIGG PhD
- Kevin Wilkins
- Caleb Didriksen
Questions people ask
Does Institute of Mental Hygiene accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Institute of Mental Hygiene give?
$825,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $935,000.
Who runs Institute of Mental Hygiene?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Williamson (Director), Myrialis King (Director), Mia D Merrell (President) and Ethan Ashley (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Institute of Mental Hygiene fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.