Matriarch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Matriarch Foundation is a private foundation in Huntington, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$85,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$827,009
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,500 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 | $20,000 | 1 | $861,019 |
| 2024 | $75,500 | 4 | $834,264 |
| 2025 | $85,000 | 5 | $827,009 |
How to apply
Matriarch 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 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $60,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Giordano Dance Chicago | General operating support | $50,000 |
| American Heart Association | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Thunderheart Media | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Project Takeoff | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Smile Farms | General operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas de Schutter
Questions people ask
Does Matriarch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matriarch Foundation give?
$85,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Matriarch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas de Schutter (President).