Payne Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Payne Family Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $60,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $60,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 3 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 3 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Payne 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 Payne Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $36,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $24,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Foundation | General support | $24,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General support | $24,000 |
| Tekamah-Herman High School Foundation | Scholarships | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew A Mace
Questions people ask
Does Payne Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Payne Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs Payne Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew A Mace (Trustee).
What does Payne Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.