The Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Westport Island, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $21,870 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $375 and the largest $6,850. 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$21,870
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$375
- Largest grant$6,850
- Assets$322,003
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17,735 the year before.
53% 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 | $17,735 | 20 | $294,828 |
| 2024 | $21,870 | 17 | $322,003 |
How to apply
The Morton Mendes Charitable 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 Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 3 | $11,950 |
| Maryland | 2 | $5,070 |
| Georgia | 2 | $1,200 |
| Oregon | 2 | $1,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $375 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150 |
| Montana | 1 | $120 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Horsemanship Center | General operation | $6,850 |
| Darrowby Farm Sanctuary | General operation | $5,000 |
| Gentle Giant Draft Horse Rescue | General operation | $4,420 |
| Little Long Ears Donkey Rescue | General operation | $1,000 |
| Iron Dog Foundation | General operation | $1,000 |
| Friends of Paul Bunyan Foundation | General operation | $1,000 |
| Project K-9 Dog Heroes | General operation | $650 |
| The Cloud Foundation | General operation | $500 |
| Saint Joseph Indian School | General operation | $375 |
| ASPCA | General operation | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operation | $200 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General operation | $150 |
| St Labre Indian School | General operation | $120 |
| Lakota School | General operation | $105 |
| Sierra Club | General operation | $100 |
| Friends of Westport Island | General operation | $100 |
| Portland's Children's Levy | General operation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Morton R Mendes
- Peggy Stern
- Scott Mendes
- Patricia M Mendes
Questions people ask
Does The Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation give?
$21,870 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $375.
Who runs The Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Morton R Mendes (President), Peggy Stern (Secretary), Scott Mendes (Treasurer) and Patricia M Mendes (Vice President).
What does The Morton Mendes Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and environment and conservation.