Max Fund Inc
Accepts applications
Max Fund Inc is a private foundation in Mequon, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,479 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $32,450. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$85,479
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$32,450
- Assets$542,789
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,088 the year before.
78% 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 | $45,364 | 26 | $580,906 |
| 2024 | $48,088 | 19 | $563,968 |
| 2025 | $85,479 | 19 | $542,789 |
How to apply
| Contact | R Max Samson 2603 W Lake Park CT, Mequon, WI 53092 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (414) 352-0339 |
| What to submit | No specific format required |
What Max Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 15 | $82,469 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,800 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $110 |
| Utah | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Quasimondo Inc | Operating expenses | $32,450 |
| Children's Home of Haiti Inc | Operating expenses-mabo | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Yehudah | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Milwaukee Turners Inc | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Children's Outing Association | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Harry & Rose Samson Family Center | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Congregation Shir Hadash | Operating expenses | $2,360 |
| Chabad of Downtown | Operating expenses | $1,900 |
| Congregation Nevei Kodesh | Operating expenses | $1,800 |
| The Optimist Theatre | Operating expenses | $1,800 |
| The Shalom Center | Operating expenses | $1,800 |
| Americares Foundation Inc | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Nice Plays Inc | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Harry & Rose Samson Family Center | Operating expenses - camp | $439 |
| Create Wisconsin | Operating expenses | $360 |
| Uwm Foundation | Operating expenses | $240 |
| Wisconsin Public Radio | Operating expenses | $120 |
| New Jewish Narrative | Operating expenses | $110 |
| Kayenta Arts Foundation | Operating expenses | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- R Max Samson
- Nancy Pinter
- Barry Barkan
- Christopher Pinter
- Alayna Samson
- Gina Samson
Questions people ask
Does Max Fund Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Max Fund Inc give?
$85,479 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Max Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists R Max Samson (President), Nancy Pinter (Vp/Secretary), Barry Barkan (Director) and Christopher Pinter (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Max Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.