Matan Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Matan Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Frederick, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $15,500 and the largest $333,334. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$15,500
- Largest grant$333,334
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $912,248 the year before.
68% 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 | $766,000 | 13 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $912,248 | 14 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 22 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Matan 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 Matan Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $715,834 |
| Maryland | 9 | $354,650 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $120,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $72,000 |
| Delaware | 2 | $7,750 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga College High School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $333,334 |
| Catholic Charities | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $333,000 |
| Building Futures Project Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $148,000 |
| University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $120,000 |
| Mater Dei School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $90,000 |
| Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $62,000 |
| Yellow Ribbon Fund Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $35,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $31,000 |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel High School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $29,650 |
| Connelly School of the Holy Child | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| Dematha Catholic High School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $21,000 |
| Mia's Miracles Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Catholic Business Network DC | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $7,500 |
| The Christ Child Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Usagainstalzheimer's | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Usta Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Catholic Business Network Montgomery County Scholarship & Grant Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,000 |
| Starboard Charitable Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,750 |
| Poor Roberts Charities | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| National Down Syndrome Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark C Matan
- Suzanne Matan
- Therese Matan
- Joseph P Matan
- A Scott Cowperthwaite
- Michelle Matan Dombo
Questions people ask
Does Matan Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matan Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $15,500.
Who runs Matan Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark C Matan (President, Joined 02/2011), Suzanne Matan (Vice President, Joined 02/2011), Therese Matan (Secretary, Joined 02/2011) and Joseph P Matan (Vice President, Joined 02/2011) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Matan Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.