The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Glen Arbor, Michigan. In 2025, it reported 20 grants totaling $12,900 to organizations in Michigan and other states.
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation gave $13K across 20 grants in 2025 (avg $645), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $12,900
- +115.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 20
- +900.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $645
- -78.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $115,151
- +92.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Michigan (50% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation
- How to Apply
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Contact Nancy Meyers Mueller and submit a brief description of the organization and the cost and purpose of the project for which funding is requested. The filing states there are no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Nancy Meyers Mueller
Mailing address: PO Box 93, Glen Arbor, MI 49636
Phone: (314) 941-6300
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Bridle up Hope ($1K). Together the top 10 received $8K.
Grant Size Distribution
42 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 42 grants of 42 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, the reported shares of grant dollars by recipient state were Michigan 50%, Arizona 19%, Utah 12%, California 12%, and Colorado 8%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation gives
- Giving grew 1333% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 66% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $900 (2022) to $13K (2025). In 2025 it made 20 grants totaling $13K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridle up Hope Alpine, UT | Unrestricted Contribution | $1,000 |
| Boyd Ranch Wickenburg, AZ | Unrestricted Contribution | $1,000 |
| Father Dyer United Methodist Church Brickenridge, CO | Unrestricted Contribution | $1,000 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts Interlochen, MI | Unrestricted Contribution | $1,000 |
| Aerc Trails Fund Auburn, CA | Unrestricted Contribution | $1,000 |
| Arizona Trail Association Tucson, AZ | Unrestricted Contribution | $1,000 |
| Women's Resource Center Traverse City, MI | Unrestricted Contribution | $500 |
| Traverse Bay Children's Advocacy Center Traverse City, MI | Unrestricted Contribution | $500 |
| Thrive Medical Clinic Traverse City, MI | Unrestricted Contribution | $500 |
| Arise Frisco, CA | Unrestricted Contribution | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $115,151 | $161,872 | $13,727 | $12,900 | 20 | $12,900 | $37,446 | $19,499 |
| 2024 | $59,954 | $137,852 | $6,800 | $6,000 | 2 | $6,000 | $4,433 | $12,901 |
| 2023 | $38,443 | $78,599 | $2,307 | $2,200 | 11 | $2,200 | $3,580 | $6,040 |
| 2022 | $31,062 | $20,818 | $1,500 | $900 | 9 | $900 | $488 | $2,492 |
| 2021 | $30,301 | $30,301 | $1,000 | — | — | — | — | $564 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $19K for 2025 — 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 foundation mission is stated. Its 2025 grantees describe work that includes arts education and cultural programs, outdoor recreation and trails, animal care, and support for people affected by domestic and sexual violence. For example, Interlochen Center for the Arts says it engages and inspires people through educational, artistic, and cultural programs; the Arizona Trail Association says it promotes recreational and educational experiences for nonmotorized trail users; and the Women’s Resource Center says it protects, shelters, and empowers people affected by domestic and sexual violence.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded 20 grants totaling $12,900. Grants ranged from $400 to $1,000, with a median of $500. The largest listed awards were $1,000 each to Bridle Up Hope, Boyd Ranch, Father Dyer United Methodist Church, Interlochen Center for the Arts, AERC Trails Fund, and Arizona Trail Association. Other listed $500 grantees include the Women’s Resource Center, Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center, Thrive Medical Clinic, Arise, Second Chance for Homeless Pets, and Horse North Rescue. The listed grants were described as unrestricted contributions.
The foundation’s 2023 filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It directs applicants to provide a brief description of the organization and the cost and purpose of the project for which funding is requested. Nancy Meyers Mueller is listed as the contact for applications. The filing states there are no restrictions on awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Nancy Meyers Mueller as president and co-treasurer; Jonathan Mueller as director; Benjamin Mueller and Jeffrey Mueller as co-treasurers; and Caroline Mueller Bradley as secretary.
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation is led by Nancy Meyers Mueller, President & Co Treasurer on every filing since 2021; none of the 5 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Nancy Meyers Mueller
President & Co Treasurer
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Mueller
Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Benjamin Mueller
Co-Treasurer
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Caroline Mueller Bradley
Secretary
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey Mueller
Co-Treasurer
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation
How much does The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation give each year?
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation gave $13K across 20 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $6K across 2 grants.
What is The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $500, and its average grant was $645, across 20 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation give grants?
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation gives mostly in Michigan: 50% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Arizona (19%) and Utah (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Traverse City, MI (6 grants).
Does The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (20 of 20) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Bridle up Hope ($1,000), Boyd Ranch ($1,000) and Father Dyer United Methodist Church ($1,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 23% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation?
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation reported $115K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $13K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $19K (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 The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation fund?
No foundation mission is stated. Its 2025 grantees describe work that includes arts education and cultural programs, outdoor recreation and trails, animal care, and support for people affected by domestic and sexual violence. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation?
Contact Nancy Meyers Mueller and submit a brief description of the organization and the cost and purpose of the project for which funding is requested. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's EIN?
The Meyers Mueller Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-1313717. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 1, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS February 13, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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