John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity
Preselected recipients only
John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity is a private foundation in Clinton, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $800,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $400,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$800,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$400,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.5 million the year before.
50% 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 | $3.5 million | 1 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 2 | $10.0 million |
| 2025 | $800,000 | 2 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity 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 John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $600,000 |
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shelter 37 | Support for at-risk youth | $600,000 |
| The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art | Support of students to help provide outstanding academic programs in art, architecture and engineering, in addition to courses in the humanities and social sciences. | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Manuck
- Mary Manuck
- Robert Greig
- Heather Phillips
Questions people ask
Does John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity give?
$800,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $400,000.
Who runs John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity?
Its 2025 filing lists John Manuck (President), Mary Manuck (Vice President), Robert Greig (Treasurer) and Heather Phillips (Secretary).
What does John and Mary Manuck Foundation for Innovation and Opportunity fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, youth programs and arts and culture.