Private foundation · EIN 27-1791842 · Monterey, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Maher Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 7 grants paid, $241K total, median $5,000. 43% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
7
$241K
Median grant
$5,000
Stays in CA
43%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.1M

Grants paid in 2025

7 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Oc InternationalColorado Springs, COMissionaries$198K
Luis Palau MinstriesPortland, OREvangelism$25K
Eurasia PartnersOrlando, FLMissionaries$6,000
Compassion Pregnancy CenterMonterey, CAPregnancy Assistance$5,000
Gathering By the BaySoquel, CAEvangelism$3,000
CruOrlando, FLEvangelism$2,400
Fair Education FoundationCarmel Valley, CAEducational Access & Resources$2,000

By state: Colorado 1 · Oregon 1 · California 3 · Florida 2

About this foundation

Maher Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Monterey, California, tax-exempt since 2010. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Maher Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Maher Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $241K across 7 grants, a median of $5,000.

Where does Maher Foundation give?

Colorado (1 grants), Oregon (1 grants), California (3 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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