MGN Family Foundation
MGN Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. Its 2024 filing reports 40 grants totaling $94,000 to organizations working in areas including health services, support for young people, caregiver assistance, veterans’ needs, and education.
MGN Family Foundation at a glance
In short: MGN Family Foundation gave $94K across 40 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), top state Vermont. 21% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $94,000
- -10.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 40
- +5.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,350
- -15.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $3,427,112
- +143.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 21% first-time grantees (8 of 39, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Vermont (30% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to MGN Family Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s filing directs applicants to its application materials and instructions for information about forms, deadlines, and award restrictions.
- Contact
Application contact: Grant Application To Mgn Family Fdn
Mailing address: Foundation Source 501 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809
Phone: (800) 839-1754
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who MGN Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Himalayan Cataract Project Inc ($5K). Together the top 10 received $39K.
Grant Size Distribution
211 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 211 grants of 211 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to organizations in Vermont (30%), Florida (26%), and Colorado (10%). Arizona and North Carolina each accounted for 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 40 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is MGN Family Foundation open to new grantees?
21%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 39 grantees (21%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $2K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 54% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 20% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 91% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $84K (2022) to $118K (2021). In 2024 it made 40 grants totaling $94K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan Cataract Project Inc Norwich, VT | Improved Access to Eye Health Services in Ghana | $5,000 |
| Phelan McDermid Syndrome Foundation Osprey, FL | Mental health support program for caregivers of children and adults with Phelan-McDermid syndrome | $5,000 |
| Spectrum Inc Burlington, VT | Basic Needs and Stable Homes for At-Risk Youth | $5,000 |
| Warriors Renewal Coalition Inc Tequesta, FL | Rest, Reset & Renew: A Respite Break for Caregivers of Critically Injured Veterans | $5,000 |
| Youth on Their Own Tucson, AZ | YOTO Program- Client Services | $4,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Burlington Inc Burlington, VT | The Early Promise Program | $3,000 |
| Florida Outreach Center for the Blind Inc Palm Springs, FL | Access for All: Life Skills Training for Blind and Visually Impaired Adults | $3,000 |
| Craftsbury Public Library Inc Craftsbury CM, VT | Engaging Youth in the Community | $2,500 |
| Feed My Lambs Inc Wadesboro, NC | Food Transport Project | $2,500 |
| Friends of Veterans Inc White RIV JCT, VT | Preventing Veteran Homelessness | $2,500 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,427,112 | $2,158,441 | $142,171 | $94,000 | 40 | $117,809 | $106,259 | $129,388 |
| 2023 | $1,408,342 | $83,300 | $147,392 | $105,200 | 38 | $128,220 | $64,716 | $90,041 |
| 2022 | $1,472,434 | $63,845 | $122,654 | $83,700 | 35 | $101,712 | $44,303 | $95,153 |
| 2021 | $1,531,243 | $252,835 | $161,424 | $117,700 | 46 | $135,425 | $90,271 | $110,687 |
| 2020 | $1,439,832 | $112,718 | $127,360 | $86,000 | 52 | — | $94,138 | $90,773 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, MGN Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $129K for 2024 — 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 is provided. The 2024 grants show support for organizations addressing varied community needs. For example, the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation describes its mission as improving life and future prospects for people with Phelan-McDermid syndrome. Youth on Their Own says it supports high school graduation and continued success for youth experiencing homelessness in Pima County. The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind says it provides training in independent living skills to visually impaired people.
Other 2024 recipients illustrate additional areas of support. The Himalayan Cataract Project says it works to develop eye care in underserved areas of the world, while the Boys and Girls Club of Burlington says it helps young people reach their potential. Shelburne Farms describes its mission as cultivating learning for a sustainable future.
Grantmaking
The foundation reported 40 grants totaling $94,000 in 2024, compared with 38 grants totaling $105,200 in 2023 and 35 grants totaling $83,700 in 2022. In 2024, grants ranged from $1,000 to $5,000, with a median of $2,000.
Notable 2024 grants included $5,000 each to the Himalayan Cataract Project for improved access to eye health services in Ghana, the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation for caregiver mental health support, Spectrum Inc. for basic needs and stable homes for at-risk youth, and Warriors Renewal Coalition for respite breaks for caregivers of critically injured veterans. Youth on Their Own received $4,000 for client services.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Mark Langan, Jeremy Leonard, Katherine Leonard, Mackenzie Leonard, Misty Leonard, and Kyle Smith as directors. Misty Leonard is also listed as president and trustee; Robert A. Nappi is listed as a trustee.
MGN Family Foundation is led by Misty Leonard, Director, President & Trustee since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Misty Leonard
Director, President & Trustee
Director & President → Director, President & Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeremy Leonard
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kyle Smith
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Langan
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert A Nappi
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Katherine Leonard
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mackenzie Leonard
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Marcia Nappi (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 MGN Family Foundation
How much does MGN Family Foundation give each year?
MGN Family Foundation gave $94K across 40 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $105K across 38 grants.
What is MGN Family Foundation's typical grant size?
MGN Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,350, across 40 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from MGN Family Foundation that year got $2K on average.
Where does MGN Family Foundation give grants?
MGN Family Foundation's top state is Vermont, with 30% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (26%) and Colorado (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Burlington, VT (2 grants), Shelburne, VT (2 grants), West Palm Beach, FL (2 grants) and Boca Raton, FL (2 grants).
Does MGN Family Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 3% of MGN Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 40) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are MGN Family Foundation's largest grantees?
MGN Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Himalayan Cataract Project Inc ($5,000), Phelan McDermid Syndrome Foundation ($5,000) and Spectrum Inc ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 16% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is MGN Family Foundation?
MGN Family Foundation reported $3.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $118K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $129K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does MGN Family Foundation fund?
No mission statement is provided. The 2024 grants show support for organizations addressing varied community needs. For example, the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation describes its mission as improving life and future prospects for people with Phelan-McDermid syndrome. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from MGN Family Foundation?
The foundation’s filing directs applicants to its application materials and instructions for information about forms, deadlines, and award restrictions. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is MGN Family Foundation's EIN?
MGN Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-6873635. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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Grantable. (2026). MGN Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 14, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/mgn-family-foundation-morg_94649fb4008d4e219397d8563b25e258
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