Mutual of America Foundation
Accepts applications
Mutual of America Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $833,788 in 539 grants; the typical grant was $150 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$833,788
- Number of grants539
- Typical grant$150
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$135,891
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
90% 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 | $2.5 million | 1,155 | $614,687 |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 1,032 | $654,162 |
| 2025 | $833,788 | 539 | $135,891 |
How to apply
| Contact | Sara Wiencken 320 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022-6839 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 224-1147 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | Sara wiencken details available by contacting mutual of america foundation |
What Mutual of America Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 38 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 186 | $287,700 |
| Tennessee | 11 | $103,460 |
| California | 16 | $82,652 |
| Texas | 6 | $55,532 |
| Washington | 3 | $53,156 |
| Massachusetts | 22 | $42,702 |
| District of Columbia | 22 | $32,074 |
| New Jersey | 52 | $30,372 |
| Florida | 38 | $24,460 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $17,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison Inc | General operating purpose | $100,000 |
| Ifoster Inc | General operating purpose | $75,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Dallas Inc | General operating purpose | $50,000 |
| Heartbound Ministries Inc | General operating purpose | $50,000 |
| Seattle Foundation | General operating purpose | $50,000 |
| The Arc of Tennessee Inc | General operating purpose | $50,000 |
| Fou Nantucket Cottage Hospital Inc | General operating purpose | $30,000 |
| Fou New York University | General operating purpose | $27,300 |
| Fou All Hallows High School | General operating purpose | $25,000 |
| Fou Foundation for A Better Puerto Rico Inc | General operating purpose | $17,500 |
| Fou Fordham University Ny | General operating purpose | $17,250 |
| Fou National Museum of Women in the Arts | General operating purpose | $15,000 |
| Fou Food Bank for New York City | General operating purpose | $12,980 |
| Syracuse University | General operating purpose | $12,500 |
| NJ Leep Inc | General operating purpose | $8,000 |
| Fou Concern Worldwide (US) Inc | General operating purpose | $7,750 |
| Fou Save the Children Federation Inc | General operating purpose | $7,700 |
| Fou Our Lady of Sorrows Priory | General operating purpose | $6,569 |
| Dwight-Englewood School | General operating purpose | $5,140 |
| Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart | General operating purpose | $5,140 |
| Fou National Gallery of Art | General operating purpose | $5,073 |
| Fou American Cancer Society Inc-Phx | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou American Cancer Society Inc-Phx | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou Links Foundation Inc | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou Manhattan College | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou National Urban League | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou Sjogren's Foundation Inc | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou St Patrick's Cathedral Landmark Foundation | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York Ny | General operating purpose | $5,000 |
| Fou Living Waters Ministries of Jupiter | General operating purpose | $4,100 |
| Fou Washington National Cathedral | General operating purpose | $3,818 |
| SPC4LIFE | General operating purpose | $3,084 |
| Calvary Chapel of Jupiter Inc | General operating purpose | $3,000 |
| Catawba College | General operating purpose | $3,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | General operating purpose | $3,000 |
| Fou Marine Corps | General operating purpose | $3,000 |
| Gardens Presbyterian Church | General operating purpose | $3,000 |
| University of San Diego | General operating purpose | $3,000 |
| Fou Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General operating purpose | $2,758 |
| Fou Gracepoint Church | General operating purpose | $2,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara Wiencken
- Alison Miller
- John Clare
- Jamie Zendel
- Debra Junio
- Amy Latkin
- Debra Cruz
Questions people ask
Does Mutual of America Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Sara wiencken details available by contacting mutual of america foundation.
How much does Mutual of America Foundation give?
$833,788 in tax year 2025, across 539 grants, with a typical grant of $150.
Who runs Mutual of America Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sara Wiencken (Chairman of the Board, Director), Alison Miller (President, Director), John Clare (Vice President, Director) and Jamie Zendel (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Mutual of America Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.