Mahan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mahan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $50,000. 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$58,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$301,223
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $63,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $11,000 | 2 | $68,398 |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 2 | $5,073 |
| 2025 | $58,500 | 4 | $301,223 |
How to apply
Mahan Family 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 Mahan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tufts University | Tennis Facility Project | $50,000 |
| Individual | Support Operations of providing education | $5,000 |
| Tulsa Day Center | Support operations of providing services to homeless individuals | $2,500 |
| National MS Society | Support the operations of the organization for MS research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Travers Mahan
- Shana Mahan
Questions people ask
Does Mahan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mahan Family Foundation give?
$58,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Mahan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Travers Mahan (Director) and Shana Mahan (Director).
What does Mahan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.