Mussafer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mussafer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.9 million in 57 grants; the typical grant was $5,210 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$5,210
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$78.8 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
46% 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 | $2.4 million | 43 | $65.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 57 | $78.8 million |
How to apply
Mussafer 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 Mussafer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 28 | $1.7 million |
| Louisiana | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Wyoming | 5 | $85,000 |
| New York | 10 | $57,558 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island | 5 | $14,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,210 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,652 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tulane University | Operations | $1.0 million |
| The Boston Foundation | Operations | $850,000 |
| Year Up | Operations | $200,000 |
| City Year Inc | Operations | $150,000 |
| Ma Wonderfund Inc | Operations | $150,000 |
| Corey C Griffin Foundation | Operations | $98,090 |
| Jackson Hole Land Trust | Operations | $55,000 |
| Steppingstone Foundation | Operations | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston | Operations | $25,000 |
| FTW Collective Group | Operations | $25,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Operations | $25,000 |
| United Way of Massachusetts Bay | Operations | $25,000 |
| Share Our Strength | Operations | $20,000 |
| Unite the World With Africa Foundation | Operations | $20,000 |
| Ripples of Hope | Operations | $12,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Operations | $12,000 |
| Noble & Greenough School | Operations | $11,000 |
| Youth Inc | Operations | $10,000 |
| Bridge Over Troubled Waters Inc | Operations | $10,000 |
| Ron Burton Training Village | Operations | $10,000 |
| Brigham & Women's Hospital | Operations | $10,000 |
| Community Center of the Arts | Operations | $10,000 |
| Jackson Hole Children's Museum | Operations | $10,000 |
| Morry's Camp Inc | Operations | $10,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | Operations | $10,000 |
| UJA - Federation of New York | Operations | $10,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | Operations | $7,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Ma | Operations | $7,000 |
| Kliptown Youth Program Fund | Operations | $5,210 |
| Italian Home for Children Inc | Operations | $5,149 |
| Reach Out and Read Inc | Operations | $5,000 |
| Sears House Association | Operations | $5,000 |
| The Meadowbrook School | Operations | $5,000 |
| Green Oceans | Operations | $5,000 |
| Rare Village Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Shooting Touch | Operations | $5,000 |
| Town of Little Compton | Operations | $5,000 |
| Lawrence Catholic School | Operations | $4,120 |
| Brain Health Bootcamp | Operations | $3,000 |
| Cool Earth Action USA | Operations | $2,652 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Mussafer
- Marion M Mussafer
Questions people ask
Does Mussafer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mussafer Family Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2024, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $5,210.
Who runs Mussafer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David M Mussafer (Trustee) and Marion M Mussafer (Trustee).
What does Mussafer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.