Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $337,050 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$337,050
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was down from $388,729 the year before.
12% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $388,729 | 57 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $337,050 | 58 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Steven and Laura Mayer Family 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.
What Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 29 | $157,500 |
| New York | 12 | $76,000 |
| New Jersey | 6 | $60,050 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $6,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $35,000 |
| Charity Water | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | The contribution is made in memory of the Lewiston, Maine shooting victims | $20,000 |
| Isles | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| The Brent Shapiro Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Working Nation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Feeding America | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Ramona Convent Secondary School | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Mission | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Ukraine relief direct relief | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage FoundationThe New Orleans Jazz & Heritage | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities Santa Barbara County | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | In honor of Bryan Stevenson | $5,000 |
| Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation | In Honor of Jay Alexander | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Santa Barbara County | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Impact | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Montecito Firefighters Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| N American Conf on Ethiopian Jewry | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Pacific Oaks College & Children's School | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Rescue Mission | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Tarzana Treatment Centers | In honor of Dr. Stan Galperson | $5,000 |
| The Keswell School | In honor of John Henry Earle | $5,000 |
| United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Israel Children's Cancer Foundation (ICCF) | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| California Rangeland Trust | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| City of Hope | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Greenway Arts Alliance | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| National Jewish Health | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Global Investment Foundation for Tomorrow Inc | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| SPCA la | In honor of Megan S. Meade. | $2,500 |
| The Jewish Foundation for the Righeous | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Beekeepers Guild of Santa Barbara | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Mayer
- Laura Mayer
Questions people ask
Does Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation give?
$337,050 in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Mayer (Director/President/Treasur) and Laura Mayer (Director).
What does Steven and Laura Mayer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.