The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $23.3 million in 151 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $5.0 million. 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$23.3 million
- Number of grants151
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$676 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was down from $23.8 million the year before.
45% 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 | $23.8 million | 126 | $554 million |
| 2024 | $23.3 million | 151 | $676 million |
How to apply
The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc 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 Macmillan Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1.0 million in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 98 | $16.2 million |
| New Jersey | 31 | $4.6 million |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $735,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $230,000 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $211,500 |
| California | 3 | $140,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $60,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Genome Center Inc | General purpose | $5.0 million |
| Columbia University | General purpose | $1.6 million |
| Institute for Advanced Study | General purpose | $1.1 million |
| Princeton Healthcare System Foundation | General purpose | $1.0 million |
| Canadian Institute for Advanced Research | General purpose | $1.0 million |
| The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research | General purpose | $1.0 million |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | General purpose | $575,000 |
| Center for Supportive Schools | General purpose | $500,000 |
| Foundation for Educational Administration | General purpose | $337,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General purpose | $325,000 |
| Princeton Area Community Foundation | General purpose | $325,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | General purpose | $325,000 |
| School of American Ballet | General purpose | $325,000 |
| Children's Aid Society | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Joyce Theatre Foundation Inc | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Partnership With Children | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Target ALS | General purpose | $250,000 |
| The Child Center of Ny | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Life Sciences Research Foundation | General purpose | $230,000 |
| Center for Family Life in Sunset Park | General purpose | $200,000 |
| City Year New York | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Counseling in Schools | General purpose | $200,000 |
| El Museo del Barrio | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Global Kids | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Henry Street Settlement | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General purpose | $200,000 |
| New York Edge | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Phipps Neighbordhoods Inc | General purpose | $200,000 |
| The Apollo Theater Foundation Inc | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Chinese American Planning Council | General purpose | $175,000 |
| East Side House | General purpose | $175,000 |
| Make the Road New York | General purpose | $175,000 |
| St Nicks Alliance | General purpose | $175,000 |
| Princeton Ballet Society | General purpose | $170,000 |
| Bronxworks | General purpose | $150,000 |
| Good Shepherd Services | General purpose | $150,000 |
| National Black Theatre | General purpose | $150,000 |
| South Asian Youth Action (Saya) | General purpose | $150,000 |
| All Our Kin Inc | General purpose | $146,500 |
| Cypress Hill Local Development Corporation | General purpose | $130,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Duncan Macmillan
- Nancy Macmillan
- Kevin Macmillan
- Alissa Macmillan
Questions people ask
Does The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc give?
$23.3 million in tax year 2024, across 151 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Duncan Macmillan (Chairman), Nancy Macmillan (President and Treasurer), Kevin Macmillan (Secretary) and Alissa Macmillan (Director).
What does The Macmillan Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.