May Arboretum Society
Preselected recipients only
May Arboretum Society is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $181,364 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $90,682 and the largest $176,973. 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$181,364
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$90,682
- Largest grant$176,973
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $220,328 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 | $170,146 | 2 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $220,328 | 2 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $181,364 | 2 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
May Arboretum Society 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 May Arboretum Society funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 2 | $181,364 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Maintain Park | $176,973 |
| Various | Support Community | $4,391 |
Officers and trustees
- Frances Munoz
- Leanne Eberle
- Liz Morrow
- Carla Mischel
- Geoffrey Faries
- Michael Robinson
- Rod Dimmitt
- Diane Machen
- Laurel Vickers
Questions people ask
Does May Arboretum Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does May Arboretum Society give?
$181,364 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $90,682.
Who runs May Arboretum Society?
Its 2025 filing lists Frances Munoz (Executive Dir.), Leanne Eberle (Director), Liz Morrow (Vice President) and Carla Mischel (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does May Arboretum Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.