The May Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
The May Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Great Neck, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $156,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $31,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$156,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$31,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2023 was down from $230,500 the year before.
5% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $230,500 | 24 | $3.0 million |
| 2023 | $156,000 | 19 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The May Foundation Trust 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 May Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $98,000 |
| New York | 3 | $37,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $12,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Rescue of Napa Valley | Animal welfare | $31,000 |
| The Resource Foundation | Education/child welfare | $30,000 |
| Sunrise Horse Rescue | Animal welfare | $30,000 |
| Ventana Wildlife Society | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| Muttville Senior Dog Rescue | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| Napa Community Animal Response Team | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of Am | Reproductive rights | $5,000 |
| Native Songbird Care & Conservation | Animal welfare | $5,000 |
| National Center for Lesbian Rights | Lgbtq | $5,000 |
| Human Rights Campaign | Lgbtq | $5,000 |
| Good Food Institute | Environmental | $4,000 |
| The Humane League | Animal welfare | $4,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Environmental | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Humanitarian aid | $2,000 |
| Partners in Health | Humanitarian aid | $2,000 |
| Just the Pill | Reproductive rights | $2,000 |
| Abortion Care Network | Reproductive rights | $2,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Environmental | $1,000 |
| Wimberly Adoption Group | Animal welfare | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Colleen May
- Michael F Barkan
Questions people ask
Does The May Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The May Foundation Trust give?
$156,000 in tax year 2023, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The May Foundation Trust?
Its 2023 filing lists Colleen May (Trustee) and Michael F Barkan (Trustee).
What does The May Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and environment and conservation.