The Mousetrap Foundation
Reston, Virginia · EIN 522285383 · Private foundation
The Mousetrap Foundation is a Virginia-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.3M in annual giving against $8.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 100 grants for The Mousetrap Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Mousetrap Foundation funds
The Mousetrap Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, environment & conservation, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greenhouse Project FLAGSHIP GREENHOUSE MODEL | Linthicum, MD | $400K | 2020 |
| Howard University GENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $251K | 2022 |
| Ayuda Inc VIRGINIA OPERATIONS AND PRO-BONO PROJECT | Washington, DC | $225K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Mousetrap Foundation
The Mousetrap 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.
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Frequently asked questions about The Mousetrap Foundation
- Does The Mousetrap Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Mousetrap 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 The Mousetrap Foundation fund?
- The Mousetrap Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include The Greenhouse Project, Howard University, Ayuda Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Mousetrap Foundation give in grants?
- The Mousetrap Foundation reported $1.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $8.4M over 100 grants.
- Where is The Mousetrap Foundation located?
- The Mousetrap Foundation is based in Reston, Virginia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 522285383.
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