The MLM Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The MLM Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Maumee, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $514,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$514,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was up from $463,000 the year before.
3% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $468,000 | 39 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $463,000 | 38 | $10.9 million |
| 2025 | $514,000 | 35 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
The MLM Charitable 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 MLM Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 13 | $248,000 |
| Michigan | 7 | $98,000 |
| Virginia | 7 | $58,000 |
| California | 1 | $53,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $21,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Girl Scouts of Western Ohio | General purpose | $60,000 |
| University of the Redlands | General purpose | $53,000 |
| Local Church Ministries of the Ucc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Grace Community Center | General purpose & summer programs | $35,000 |
| NW Ohio Food Bank | General purpose | $32,000 |
| Feedmore | General purpose | $28,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Band SE Michigan | General purpose | $28,000 |
| Cleary University | General purposes and scholarship fund | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General purpose & summer programs | $25,000 |
| Mount Holyoke College | General purposes and scholarship fund | $20,000 |
| United Church Homes | General purpose | $16,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General purpose | $12,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Association | General purpose | $12,000 |
| DC for Jesus | General fund | $10,000 |
| Defiance College | General purposes and scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Peter andre nursing scholarship | $10,000 |
| Toledo Day Nursery | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Old Newsboys | General purpose | $7,000 |
| Heifer International | General purpose | $6,000 |
| YMCA Storer Camp | General purpose | $6,000 |
| Black Swamp Conservancy | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Echo | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Greater Toledo Community Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Lacasa | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Lousia Educational Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| YWCA | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Washington and Lee Univeristy | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Child's Play | Uva children's hospital | $3,000 |
| Foundation for Lake Anna Emergency Services | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Gonzaga College High School | General purposes | $3,000 |
| Pet Project Florida | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Rivendell School | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Northwest Ohio Association of Ucc | General purpose | $2,000 |
| U of M Amster Lupus Fund | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur McKenny
- Anne E McKenny
Questions people ask
Does The MLM Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The MLM Charitable Foundation give?
$514,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The MLM Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur McKenny (President/Treasurer) and Anne E McKenny (Vice President/Secretary).
What does The MLM Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.