The Mep Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mep Foundation is a private foundation in Cranbury, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$66,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $79,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $157,000 | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $79,000 | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $66,500 | 5 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Mep 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Education Foundation for Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools | General | $25,000 |
| Upaya Zen Center | General | $20,000 |
| Jubilee Gift Galaxy Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Art Into Acres | General | $7,000 |
| Nielsen Foundation | General | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Palevsky
- Richard Perl
Questions people ask
Does The Mep Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mep Foundation give?
$66,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Mep Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew Palevsky (President) and Richard Perl (Treasurer).