The Mayer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mayer Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,750 in 87 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $5,000. 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$124,750
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$840,391
- New grantees99%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,350 the year before.
99% of its 2025 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 | $100,950 | 71 | $92,543 |
| 2024 | $77,350 | 71 | $95,745 |
| 2025 | $124,750 | 87 | $840,391 |
How to apply
The Mayer 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Mayer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 80 | $111,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,750 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| VIM Berkshires | General welfare | $5,000 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | General welfare | $2,500 |
| Chemotherapy Foundation | General welfare | $2,500 |
| Meals of Hope | General welfare | $2,000 |
| Daniel Reiser | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Sarah Fonseca | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Ron Mathews | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Ashley Galleger | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Nicolas Tung | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Jayra Turner | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Charmaine Bee co Jamila Reddy | General welfare | $1,750 |
| Grace Outreach | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Phyliss Sanfiorenzo | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Alexia Flores | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Food for Thought | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Maria D Rapicavoli | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Leila Babson | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Kadeem Alston Roman | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Dominick McKay | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Jacqueline Mason- Francis | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Rico Washington | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Bethaune Corona | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Galeauamaiz Solett | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Gustavo Fernandez | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Jacquuelin Carnegie | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Dynesia Covington | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Carlos Souffront Adams | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Ami Park | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Alexandera Moerdomo | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Yevette Williamson | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Marie Gabrielle Catalano | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Daniel Hepner | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Valerie Parker co Schermerhorn LP | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Joanne Petit-Frere | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Nashon Anderson | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Lauran Buns-Coady | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Robert Cassano | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Christina Fontanelli | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Valerie Apperson | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Celina Ross | General welfare | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Mayer
- Daniel Bookvar
- Anna Mayer
Questions people ask
Does The Mayer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mayer Foundation give?
$124,750 in tax year 2025, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Mayer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Mayer (President), Daniel Bookvar (Secretary/Treasurer) and Anna Mayer (VP).
What does The Mayer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.