The Neu Foundation of California Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Neu Foundation of California Inc is a private foundation in Bedminster, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $318,822 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $3,911 and the largest $51,700. 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$318,822
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$3,911
- Largest grant$51,700
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $249,900 the year before.
37% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $212,000 | 32 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $249,900 | 23 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $318,822 | 30 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
The Neu Foundation of California 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 Neu Foundation of California Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $128,822 |
| New Jersey | 15 | $73,200 |
| Texas | 2 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 3 | $18,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elluminate Women | General support | $51,700 |
| Trustees of Boston University | General support | $50,000 |
| Mercy Ships Foundation | General support | $44,200 |
| The Pingry School | General support | $30,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General support | $25,000 |
| Fidf | General support | $25,000 |
| Newark Academy | General support | $10,000 |
| Vassar College | General support | $10,000 |
| La County Museum of Art | General support | $10,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | General support | $6,000 |
| Mercy Ships International | General support | $5,800 |
| New York University | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Jacobus Vanderveer House | General support | $5,000 |
| Two Hundred Club of Morris County | General support | $5,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Jeshurun | General support | $4,622 |
| Tta Empire Inc | General support | $3,200 |
| American Museum of National History | General support | $2,500 |
| The Metropolitian Museum of Art | General support | $2,500 |
| The Museum of Modern Art | General support | $2,500 |
| Bridgewater Police Department | General support | $2,500 |
| Bedminster Police Department | General support | $2,500 |
| Beth Jacob Congregation | General support | $2,500 |
| Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| The Seeing Eye Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Tri-Boro Volunteer Ambulance Corps Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Jersey City Pal | General support | $2,000 |
| Far Hills-Bedminister First Aid Squad | General support | $1,500 |
| Far Hills-Bedminister Fire Department | General support | $1,500 |
| Johnny Kinney Memorial Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| Far Hills Borough Police Department | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Neu
- Jennifer Mercer
Questions people ask
Does The Neu Foundation of California Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Neu Foundation of California Inc give?
$318,822 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $3,911.
Who runs The Neu Foundation of California Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Neu (President) and Jennifer Mercer (Treasurer).
What does The Neu Foundation of California Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.