The Mellen Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Mellen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $169,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$169,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,750 the year before.
43% 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 | $78,750 | 29 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $169,500 | 14 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Mellen 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 The Mellen Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $103,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $53,000 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $7,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Jules Stein Institute | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Benjamin Eye Institute | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Summit Land Conservancy | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Delancy St Foundation | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Weber State University | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Warrior Story Field | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Grace Institute | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Home for the Brave | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Monroe Ems | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Library Monroe CT | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Monroe Food Pantry | General purpose | $1,250 |
| Jewish Family Services | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Monroe Fire Department | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County | General purpose | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Mellen
- Job Guzman
- Stacey Stone
- Lonnie Hodge
- Joanna Charnes
Questions people ask
Does The Mellen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mellen Foundation Inc give?
$169,500 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Mellen Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane Mellen (President), Job Guzman (Secretary/Treasurer), Stacey Stone (Director) and Lonnie Hodge (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Mellen Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.