The Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $759,024 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $209,500 | 7 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $759,024 | 18 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 16 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
The Maria and Steven Mungo 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 Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 11 | $2.0 million |
| North Carolina | 3 | $45,250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Roper St Francis Foundation | Support for healthcare provider | $1.1 million |
| Wofford College | Support for student scholarships, educational equipment, and other critical needs throughout college. | $600,000 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | Support for food bank | $176,000 |
| Cristo Rey Charleston High School | Pledge | $100,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Support for western nc disaster relief | $25,000 |
| Elks River Helping Hands | Support for food relief for western nc | $20,000 |
| Pawmetto Lifeline | Support for fur ball moonlight gala | $15,000 |
| Camp Cole | Support for the work of camp cole | $10,000 |
| Colorectal Cancer Alliance | Support for bottoms up invitational | $10,000 |
| Green Heart Project Inc | Support for program teaching how to fresh food gardening in low income areas | $10,000 |
| Trident United Way | Support for tocqueville society back to school drive | $10,000 |
| First Tee of Charleson | Capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Wounded Nature - Working Veterans | Support for coastal water cleanup | $10,000 |
| CHS Parks Conservancy | Support for part of the parks and the work of the chs parks conservancy | $2,500 |
| Realtors Relief Foundation | La wildfires - martin edwards memorial | $1,000 |
| Banner Elk Volunteer Fire Rescue | Support for 2025 annual fund drive | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven W Mungo
- Maria K Mungo
- Edward W Mungo
- Emily M Frank
Questions people ask
Does The Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven W Mungo (President), Maria K Mungo (Vice President), Edward W Mungo (Secretary) and Emily M Frank (Treasurer).
What does The Maria and Steven Mungo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.