The Catherine and Carl Mueller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Catherine and Carl Mueller Foundation is a private foundation in Nassau, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $104,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$104,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,500 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,826 | 5 | $965,150 |
| 2024 | $48,500 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $104,000 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Catherine and Carl Mueller 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 New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $38,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $26,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Olympics of New York | Unrestricted | $26,000 |
| Dartmouth Hitchcock Health | Unrestricted | $26,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Mountain Lake PBS | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Tri Lakes Humane Society | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen M Hughes
- Karen M Moore
Questions people ask
Does The Catherine and Carl Mueller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Catherine and Carl Mueller Foundation give?
$104,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Catherine and Carl Mueller Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen M Hughes (Trustee) and Karen M Moore (Trustee).