Melvin L McKay Ta
Preselected recipients only
Melvin L McKay Ta is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,400 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$61,400
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,665 the year before.
50% 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 | $69,277 | 19 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $49,665 | 17 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $61,400 | 12 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Melvin L McKay Ta 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 Melvin L McKay Ta funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $37,800 |
| Iowa | 4 | $18,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Therapy Center of QC NFP | General operating | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Ms Valley | General operating | $5,500 |
| Christian Care | General operating | $5,000 |
| YMCA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Youthhope | General operating | $5,000 |
| Girl Scoutseastern Ia Western Il | General operating | $5,000 |
| Midwest Writing Center | General operating | $5,000 |
| Rock Island Cty Ext 4H Educ Fdn | General operating | $4,700 |
| One Eighty | General operating | $4,050 |
| Marriage Family Counseling Service | General operating | $4,050 |
| Junior Achievement of the Heartland | General operating | $4,050 |
| Quad City Symphony Orchestra Assn | General operating | $4,050 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Melvin L McKay Ta accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Melvin L McKay Ta give?
$61,400 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Melvin L McKay Ta?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Melvin L McKay Ta fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.