Major Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Major Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Briarcliff Manor, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $311,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$311,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$627,412
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $184,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $184,500 | 8 | $825,359 |
| 2024 | $311,500 | 4 | $627,412 |
How to apply
Major Family Charitable Trust 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 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $301,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General charitable purposes | $300,000 |
| KS Wild | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Jewish Museum | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Channel 13 | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Major
- Sheila Major
Questions people ask
Does Major Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Major Family Charitable Trust give?
$311,500 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Major Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Martin Major (President) and Sheila Major (Vice President).