The Menges Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Menges Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $8,500 and the largest $11,000. 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$50,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$8,500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 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 | $51,000 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $50,500 | 6 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Menges 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $31,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $19,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Church | General | $11,000 |
| Palm Beach Day Academy | General | $10,000 |
| Take Stock in Children | General | $9,500 |
| New York Historical Society | General | $7,500 |
| Hamptons Whodunit | General | $7,500 |
| The Alexander Hamilton Institute | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cordelia S Menges
- Benjamin Menges
- Samuel Menges
- James Menges
Questions people ask
Does The Menges Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Menges Family Foundation give?
$50,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $8,500.
Who runs The Menges Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cordelia S Menges (Committee Me), Benjamin Menges (Committee Me), Samuel Menges (Committee Me) and James Menges (Committee Me).