Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation

Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Arlington Heights, Illinois with $12.3M in assets, focused on Philanthropy & Grantmaking. Profile based on its IRS Form 990-PF filing, compiled by Grantoria.

$12.3Mtotal assets
1995IRS ruling year
Philanthropy & Grantmakingfocus area

Grants Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation has awarded

40 grantees · $687K total in its latest IRS Form 990-PF. Largest recipients:

  • Southwest Energy Efficiency Project $125K
  • Grid Alternatives Colorado $125K
  • Center For Carbon Removal Dba Carbon 180 $75K
  • Institute For Transporation And Development Policy $75K
  • Natifs $50K
  • Partnership With Native Americans $50K
  • Dion's Dream Chicago $50K
  • Ithaca College $18K
  • Beloit College $10K
  • Northern Arizona University Foundation $10K
  • St Dunstons Church $10K
  • Lake Forest Academy $8K
  • Star Charter School $8K
  • Montage Health Organization $8K
  • Seven Acres Foundation $6K
  • Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra $5K
  • Street Team Movement $5K
  • National Institute For Science Law And Policy $5K
  • Salvation Army $5K
  • Jewish National Fund $5K
  • Santa Fe Christian Schools $4K
  • National Park Foundation $3K
  • Denver Center For The Performing Arts $3K
  • Yellowstone Boys And Girls Ranch Foundation $3K
  • Wrise $3K

Grantees recorded on Form 990-PF Part XV; amounts aggregated by Grantoria. Linked names have full recipient profiles.

Giving history

Total grants paid by year (IRS Form 990-PF, Part XV).

  • FY2018$731K
  • FY2019$682K
  • FY2020$873K
  • FY2021$686K
  • FY2022$665K
  • FY2023$701K

About Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation

  • TypePrivate foundation
  • Primary focusPhilanthropy & Grantmaking
  • HeadquartersArlington Heights, Illinois
  • EIN364035204
  • IRS ruling1995

Financial data from the organization's IRS Form 990-PF (Exempt Organizations Business Master File). View 990-PF filings on ProPublica →

Grants in Philanthropy & Grantmaking area

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Frequently asked questions

What is Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation?

Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Arlington Heights, Illinois with $12.3M in total assets, as reported on its IRS Form 990-PF.

What does Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation fund?

Its primary focus area is Philanthropy & Grantmaking (IRS NTEE classification). For grant opportunities in this area, see open grants.

What is the EIN of Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation?

Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation's EIN is 364035204. View its 990-PF filings on ProPublica.

How do I apply for a grant from Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation?

Private foundations like Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation typically award grants by invitation or through their own application process — review its giving area (Philanthropy & Grantmaking) and find official contact details in its IRS Form 990-PF. Grantoria is an independent directory and is not affiliated with Oscar G & Elsa S Mayer Family Foundation. For grants open to public application right now, use the Grant Finder.

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File (Form 990-PF), compiled by Grantoria. Financial figures reflect the latest available IRS data; grantee history is being added. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the foundation.