Mae Philanthropies is a private grantmaking foundation based in Palo Alto, California. Designated as a 501(c)(3) organization, the foundation is committed to creating a world where collaboration and continuous learning lead to enduring solutions. The organization partners with other entities in addressing critical societal challenges by providing resources, expertise, and support that drive impactful and measurable change.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$131.4M
+26.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$6.8M
+436.3% YoY
Grant Count
17
+183.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$402K
+89.3% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Mae Philanthropies reported a distributable amount of $5.0M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Mae Philanthropies' mission is to partner with organizations in addressing critical societal challenges by providing resources, expertise, and support that drive impactful and measurable change.
The foundation operates two primary key initiatives:
Pawsitive Impact — An initiative focused on enriching the lives of humans through service and companion dogs. The foundation funds innovative research, supports educational programs, and increases the availability of highly skilled dogs to improve mental health and provide life-changing support. The initiative also recognizes and celebrates the emotional bonds shared with all dogs.
Second Chances — An initiative supporting partners who create opportunity through education, career pathways, and personal growth. The foundation believes in the power of second chances as investments in people, potential, and possibility, supporting organizations that empower individuals and unlock their potential.
Grantmaking
Mae Philanthropies distributes grants across various focus areas including education, philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking, and human services. Typical grant awards range from $10,000 to $2,000,000.
Grant Range
of $668. The foundation is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding.
Average Grant
of $668. The foundation is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Mae Philanthropies supports organizations across multiple U.S. states and cities, including:
States: California, Florida, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia
Cities: Alexandria, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Miami Beach, New York, New York City, Pinecrest, and Stanford
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Total Assets: $104 million (2023); $131.4 million (2024)
Annual Revenue: $19 million (2023); approximately $18.95 million (2024)
Annual Expenses: $2.06 million (2023)
Total Liabilities: $0 (2023)
Total Giving: $6.838 million (2024)
The foundation has maintained tax-exempt status since June 2017 and is required to file IRS Form 990-PF annually.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $131,372,354 | $103,987,834 | $79,782,897 |
| Revenue | $28,287,330 | $18,954,108 | $431,093 |
| Expenses | $7,995,283 | $2,061,952 | $2,410,331 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $7,023,223 | $1,275,000 | $1,517,500 |
| Net Investment Income | $20,720,714 | $17,542,495 | $7,815,377 |
| Distributable Amount | $5,021,136 | $3,936,564 | $4,166,630 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
38 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Inseparable Inc ($2,000,000), Stanford University ($1,000,000), University of Wisonsin - Ctr for Healthy Minds ($1,000,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES WILTON MANORS, FL | WORKING TIRELESSLY TO PROVIDE FOOD TO FAMILIES, SENIORS, AND CHILDREN | $100,000 |
| CHILDREN'S BEREAVEMENT MIAMI, FL | PROVIDES FREE PEER SUPPORT GROUPS FOR CHILDREN, YOUNG ADULTS, AND ADULTS AFTER THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE | $100,000 |
| CASSY BAY AREA MILPITAS, CA | COMMITMENT TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE CLINICAL SUPPORT SERVICES IN A SAFE, SECURE AND HEALING ENVIRONMENT TO INDIVUDULAS AND FAMILIES WITH BEHAVIORAL AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS | $100,000 |
| GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FED MIAMI, FL | TO HELP AID JEWISH PEOPLE IN NEED | $43,000 |
| HOFFMAN INSTITUTE FOUNDATION SAN RAFAEL, CA | TRANSFORMATIVE ADULT EDUCATION, SPIRITUAL GROWTH, AND THE PERSONAL DIMENSIONS OF LEADERSHIP | $250,000 |
| IMPACT ASSETS - YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CORPS BETHSEDA, MD | WORKS WITH INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND A RANGE OF ORGANIZATIONS TO CREATE POSITIVE CHANGE FOR THE WORLD THROUGH IMPACT INVESTING AND PHILANTHROPIC GIVING | $500,000 |
| INSEPARABLE INC WASHINGTON, DC | FIGHTS FOR A FUTURE WHERE MENTAL HEALTH POLICY, NO LONGER AN AFTERTHOUGHT, HELPS OUR COUNTRY THRIVE | $2,000,000 |
| MINDFUL PHILANTHROPY INC PHILIDELPHIA, PA | GUIDING THE PHILANTHROPIC SECTOR WITH A BOLD VISION TO INVEST IN OUTCOMES THAT CHANGFE LIVES AND ENABLE ALL OF US TO THRIVE | $250,000 |
| MUTTVILLE SAN FRANCISCO, CA | ADOPTION CENTER FOR DOGS | $200,000 |
| NATIONAL PHILANTHROPIC TRUST JENKINTOWN, PA | HELPS DONORS ACHIEVE THIER PHILANTHRPIC GOALS | $250,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Jim Goetz — Founder & Chairman
Barb Izzo — President
Laura Kuhlemann — Director of Operations
Madison Miller — Grants Manager
Dr. Marlene Grenon — Grants Manager
Additional leadership includes James J. Goetz (President and Chair of the Board) and Melanie M. Goetz (Secretary and Treasurer), both of whom serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAMES J GOETZ | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| MELANIE M GOETZ | SECRETARY, TREASURER | 2 | — |
| BARBARA IZZO | PRESIDENT | 38 | $166,656 |
Contact Information
Address: Co Frankrimerman, 1801 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Telephone: 650-845-8100
Website: maephilanthropies.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mae Philanthropies fund?
Mae Philanthropies' mission is to partner with organizations in addressing critical societal challenges by providing resources, expertise, and support that drive impactful and measurable change. The foundation operates two primary key initiatives: **Pawsitive Impact** — An initiative focused on enriching the lives of humans through service and companion dogs. The foundation funds innovative research, supports educational programs, and increases the availability of highly skilled dogs to improve…
How do I apply for a grant from Mae Philanthropies?
Mae Philanthropies distributes grants across various focus areas including education, philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking, and human services. Typical grant awards range from $10,000 to $2,000,000. Recent grantmaking activity shows the foundation awarded approximately $1.3 million in grants in the most recent year, with a total of 2,588 grants distributed in the previous year and an average grant size of $668. The foundation is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applica…
Where does Mae Philanthropies make grants?
Mae Philanthropies supports organizations across multiple U.S. states and cities, including: **States:** California, Florida, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia **Cities:** Alexandria, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Miami Beach, New York, New York City, Pinecrest, and Stanford
What size grants does Mae Philanthropies award?
In 2024, Mae Philanthropies awarded 17 grants totaling $6.8M — an average of about $402K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Mae Philanthropies required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Mae Philanthropies reported a distributable amount of $5.0M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Mae Philanthropies's EIN?
Mae Philanthropies's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-0868725. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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