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Mae Philanthropies

Palo Alto, California  ·  EIN 810868725  ·  Private foundation

Mae Philanthropies is a private foundation based in Palo Alto, California. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.9M in grants paid and $73.4M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 37 individual grants from this funder — $12.1M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for adult education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.

$1.9M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$73.4M
Assets (FY2020)
37
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What Mae Philanthropies funds

Mae Philanthropies's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, faith-based (jewish), and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Jewish)Faith-BasedFood & AgricultureHealth CareMental HealthSubstance Use & Recovery

Populations it has supported include children, families, older adults, veterans, young adults.

childrenfamiliesolder adultsveteransyoung adults

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Inseparable Inc
FIGHTS FOR A FUTURE WHERE MENTAL HEALTH POLICY, NO LONGER AN AFTERTHOUGHT, HELPS OUR COUNTRY THRIVE
Washington, DC$2.0M2024
University of Cincinnati Foundation
TO HELP SUPPORT EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS
Cincinnati, OH$1.5M2020
Stanford University
TO HELP SUPPORT EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS
Stanford, CA$1.1M2022

How to apply for funding from Mae Philanthropies

Mae Philanthropies's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.

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Frequently asked questions about Mae Philanthropies

Does Mae Philanthropies accept grant applications?
Mae Philanthropies's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does Mae Philanthropies fund?
Mae Philanthropies's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Inseparable Inc, University of Cincinnati Foundation, Stanford University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Mae Philanthropies give in grants?
Mae Philanthropies reported $1.9M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $12.1M over 37 grants.
Where is Mae Philanthropies located?
Mae Philanthropies is based in Palo Alto, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 810868725.
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About this profile. This page is built from Mae Philanthropies's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Mae Philanthropies. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.