Mastercard Foundation
the United States · EIN 980543843 · Private foundation
Mastercard Foundation is a U.S.-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $886.7M in annual giving against $31.48B in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 166 grants for Mastercard Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Mastercard Foundation funds
Mastercard Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education, youth development.
Populations it has supported include youth pop.
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.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University Youth Learning | Pittsburgh, PA | $177.5M | 2020 |
| Unicef the United Nations Children's Fund Youth Learning | New York, NY | $98.4M | 2022 |
| Arizona State University YOUTH LEARNING | Arizona, AZ | $40.4M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Mastercard Foundation
Mastercard Foundation'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. You can review the foundation directly at mastercardfdn.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Mastercard Foundation
- Does Mastercard Foundation accept grant applications?
- Mastercard Foundation'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 Mastercard Foundation fund?
- Mastercard Foundation's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Carnegie Mellon University, Unicef the United Nations Children's Fund, Arizona State University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Mastercard Foundation give in grants?
- Mastercard Foundation reported $886.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $881.2M over 166 grants.
- Where is Mastercard Foundation located?
- Mastercard Foundation is based in the United States. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 980543843.
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