Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,630 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$195,630
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was up from $26,850 the year before.
85% 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 | $26,850 | 9 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $195,630 | 19 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $30,200 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $60,158 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 3 | $21,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $19,272 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Addresses pollution to save lives and protect the | $40,000 |
| Project Hope | Provides global health and humanitarian assistance | $20,000 |
| Voices of Children | Provides psychological support to children affecte | $20,000 |
| Individual | Captures and archives the human experience of the | $15,000 |
| Save the Children | Supports childrens rights education and emergen | $15,000 |
| Individual | $15,000 | |
| Ifj Safety Fund for Journalists in | Offers support to journalists facing threats and v | $15,000 |
| Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund Global | Supports ukrainians in need focusing on the most | $10,000 |
| Individual | Supports incarcerated individuals in preparing for | $10,000 |
| Insight Meditation Society | Offers meditation retreats and teachings in the bu | $10,000 |
| Individual | A progressive church engaged in social justice and | $10,000 |
| Cambridge Center for Behavioral Stu | Advances the scientific study of behavior and its | $8,003 |
| Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation | Supports mindfulness practice centers and teaching | $5,000 |
| BF Skinner Foundation | Promotes the science of behavior and its humane ap | $1,041 |
| La Lending Library | A community lending library offering free books to | $1,000 |
| Cambridge Center for Behavioral Sci | Advance the scientific study of behavior | $228 |
| The Guardian Foundation | Promotes global press freedom and access to libera | $200 |
| Central Park Conservatory | Public gardens | $100 |
| Individual | Public gardens | $58 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis Mechner 1
- David Mechner 1
- Emily Mechner 1
Questions people ask
Does Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation give?
$195,630 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Francis Mechner 1 (Chairman), David Mechner 1 (Director) and Emily Mechner 1 (Director).
What does Mechner Foundation Fka Humanitas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, youth programs and education.