Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II was a private foundation based in Denver, Colorado. It made grants to charitable organizations, but its 2022 filing states that it distributed its remaining assets, filed to liquidate effective December 31, 2022, and ceased to exist.
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II at a glance
In short: Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II gave $2.2M across 51 grants in 2022 (avg $44K), mostly in California. 47% of 2022 grantees were new. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $2,219,023
- +3.4% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 51
- -16.4% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $43,510
- +23.7% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $10,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 47% first-time grantees (24 of 51, 2022)
- Primary geography
- California (55% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. It also states that it distributed its remaining assets and ceased to exist effective December 31, 2022.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4350 S Monaco St, Denver, CO 80237
Phone: (303) 565-2400
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was SWC Museum Corp ($1.1M). Together the top 10 received $2.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
173 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 146 grants of 173 (84%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2022, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in California (55%), the District of Columbia (15%), Florida (11%), New York (8%), and Colorado (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 51 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II open to new grantees?
47%
first-time grantees, 2022
In 2022, 24 of 51 grantees (47%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $9K; repeat grants $74K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 47% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2022). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $1.2M (2020) to $2.2M (2022). In 2022 it made 51 grants totaling $2.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SWC Museum Corp Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $1,140,000 |
| Friedman Center for Peace Through Strength Inc Bal Harbour, FL | General Operating Support | $230,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $180,000 |
| Foundation for Defense of Democracies Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $100,000 |
| UJA Federation New York, NY | General Operating Support | $100,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah New York, NY | General Operating Support | $61,000 |
| American Friends of Lubavitch Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $46,000 |
| Mizel Jewish Community Day School Tulsa, OK | General Operating Support | $36,750 |
| Jewish Colorado Denver, CO | General Operating Support | $36,000 |
| Rmjhsdu Denver, CO | General Operating Support | $33,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $-30,481 | $2,247,867 | $2,219,023 | 51 | $2,219,023 | — | $54,525 |
| 2021 | $2,332,235 | $175,819 | $2,184,868 | $2,145,180 | 61 | $2,145,180 | $136,131 | $165,295 |
| 2020 | $4,511,529 | $727,785 | $1,270,470 | $1,225,730 | 61 | — | $683,045 | $242,894 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II reported a distributable amount of $55K for 2022 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants went to organizations with varied missions. For example, the SWC Museum Corp describes its work as building a museum in Israel focused on human dignity and responsibility and promoting unity and respect among Jews and people of all faiths. The Friedman Center for Peace Through Strength says it educates the public about the importance of maintaining and strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship. Friends of United Hatzalah says it raises and provides funding for organizations offering medical and trauma-related first-responder services. Race to Erase MS describes its purpose as funding research and promoting awareness toward treating and ultimately curing multiple sclerosis.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation made 51 grants totaling $2,219,023. Grant amounts ranged from $150 to $1,140,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Its largest 2022 grants included $1,140,000 to SWC Museum Corp, $230,000 to Friedman Center for Peace Through Strength Inc, $180,000 to American Israel Education Foundation, and $100,000 each to Foundation for Defense of Democracies and UJA Federation. Other grants included $61,000 to Friends of United Hatzalah, $46,000 to American Friends of Lubavitch, and $36,000 to Mizel Jewish Community Day School.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2022 filing were Larry A. Mizel, President; Carol Mizel, Steven Mizel, Cheston D. Mizel, and Courtney L. Mizel, Vice-Presidents; Carrie K. DeLima, Secretary/Treasurer; Julie A. Klahn, Assistant Secretary; and Johnathon D. Backstrom, Assistant Treasurer.
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II is led by Larry A. Mizel, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 8 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Larry A. Mizel
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Carol Mizel
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Carrie K. Delima
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Cheston D. Mizel
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Courtney L. Mizel
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Julie A. Klahn
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Steven Mizel
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Johnathon D. Backstrom
Assistant Treasurer
New on the 2022 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II
How much does Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II give each year?
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II gave $2.2M across 51 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $2.1M across 61 grants.
What is Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's typical grant size?
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's median grant in 2022 was $10,000, and its average grant was $43,510, across 51 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II that year got $9K on average.
Where does Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II give grants?
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II gives mostly in California: 55% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were District of Columbia (15%) and Florida (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Denver, CO (12 grants), Los Angeles, CA (6 grants), Washington, DC (5 grants) and New York, NY (3 grants).
Does Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's 2022 grants with a stated purpose (51 of 51) were for general or operating support, per its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's largest grantees?
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's largest 2022 grantees include SWC Museum Corp ($1,140,000), Friedman Center for Peace Through Strength Inc ($230,000) and American Israel Education Foundation ($180,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 70% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
What does Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants went to organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2022, Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II reported a distributable amount of $55K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's EIN?
Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1383692. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Does Flora and Morris Mizel Foundation II accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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