The Joshua Mailman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joshua Mailman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $804,050 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $306,000. 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$804,050
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$306,000
- Assets$18.2 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $646,500 the year before.
78% 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 | $646,500 | 17 | $18.1 million |
| 2024 | $804,050 | 24 | $18.2 million |
How to apply
The Joshua Mailman 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 The Joshua Mailman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $406,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $170,000 |
| California | 6 | $92,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $74,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $1,050 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Threshold Foundation | General support | $306,000 |
| Northeastern University | General support | $150,000 |
| Emerging Public Leaders | General support | $50,000 |
| Abolitionist Law Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Remake | General support | $25,000 |
| Progressive International Exchange | General support | $25,000 |
| Friends Seminary | General support | $20,000 |
| Pure Earth | General support | $20,000 |
| Global Greengrants Fund Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Third Sector New England Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health | General support | $15,000 |
| The William James Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| White Men for Racial Justice Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Progressive International Exchange | General support | $12,500 |
| African Ceremonies Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Brazil Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Institute for Middle East Understanding (Imeu) | General support | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| Waterfall Unity Alliance Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Social Good Fund Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Empowerment Works Inc (Visualizing Impact) | General support | $10,000 |
| Check My Ads Institute | General support | $9,500 |
| Mercado Global Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| River Keepers | General support | $1,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Mailman
- Phyllis Mailman
- Joseph V Hastings
- Monica Winsor
Questions people ask
Does The Joshua Mailman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joshua Mailman Foundation give?
$804,050 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Joshua Mailman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joshua Mailman (President), Phyllis Mailman (Vp/Assistant Secretary), Joseph V Hastings (Secy/Treas) and Monica Winsor (Vp/Assistant Treasurer).
What does The Joshua Mailman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.