The Mitzen Foundation Inc
The Mitzen Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Saratoga Springs, New York. Its 2024 filing reports seven grants totaling $447,500, all to recipients in New York.
The Mitzen Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Mitzen Foundation Inc gave $448K across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $64K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $447,500
- +10.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $63,929
- +120.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $1,457,311
- -80.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Mitzen Foundation Inc
- 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. The website describes an online application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 605 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: (518) 708-9546
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Mitzen Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS) ($250K). Together the top 7 received $448K.
Grant Size Distribution
315 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 282 grants of 315 (90%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in New York. The website says it works with organizations and causes in the Greater Capital Region of New York and beyond.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Mitzen Foundation Inc gives
- Giving fell 88% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $407K (2023) to $3.9M (2021). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $448K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS) Menands, NY | General Needs | $250,000 |
| Double H Ranch Lake Luzerne, NY | General Needs | $100,000 |
| Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless Albany, NY | General Needs | $50,000 |
| Crossroads Center for Children Schenectady, NY | General Needs | $20,000 |
| Alzheimers Association Northeastern NY Chapter Albany, NY | General Needs | $10,000 |
| The Father Peter G Young Foundation Albany, NY | General Needs | $10,000 |
| Alert Partnership Inc Albany, NY | General Needs | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,457,311 | $681,306 | $567,604 | $447,500 | 7 | $447,500 | $17,947 |
| 2023 | $7,374,685 | $697,324 | $976,201 | $406,750 | 14 | $406,750 | $27,790 |
| 2022 | $6,042,252 | $2,396,097 | $5,068,774 | $3,464,470 | 166 | $3,464,470 | $210,603 |
| 2021 | $9,228,536 | $2,181,116 | $5,081,437 | $3,856,290 | 128 | $3,856,290 | $490,485 |
| 2020 | $12,019,670 | $12,220,200 | $200,530 | — | — | — | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Mitzen Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $18K 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
The website states the mission as investing in people to build better businesses, stronger communities, and a more equitable world. Its listed giving areas include entrepreneurs and small businesses in underserved communities, community development, housing instability, racial equity, family welfare and childhood development, education, health and wellness, food insecurity, and animal welfare.
The 2024 grants included organizations addressing varied needs. Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless describes its mission as serving homeless and low-income communities through services intended to encourage self-sufficiency, empowerment, and stability. Crossroads Center for Children describes itself as an integrated school for children diagnosed with autism spectrum and related disorders.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported seven grants totaling $447,500. Grants ranged from $7,500 to $250,000, with a median of $20,000. The largest awards were $250,000 to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and $100,000 to Double H Ranch, both for general needs. Other grants included $50,000 to Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless, $20,000 to Crossroads Center for Children, $10,000 each to the Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern NY Chapter and The Father Peter G. Young Foundation, and $7,500 to Alert Partnership Inc.
The website says applications are submitted through an online application. It describes eligible applicants as including small businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit business organizations; it does not fund religious or political organizations or individuals, though outreach projects or programs sponsored by religious organizations may be considered if they fit its focus areas. Requests under $10,000 are reviewed on a rolling basis, while requests of $10,000 or more are reviewed quarterly by the board.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Lisa Amitzen as president/treasurer and Edward Gmitzen as vice president/secretary.
The Mitzen Foundation Inc is led by Lisa Amitzen, President & Treasurer since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lisa Amitzen
President & Treasurer
Vice President & Secretary → President & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Edward Gmitzen
Vice President & Secretary
President & Treasurer → Vice President & Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Connie F. Avila Skala (2021–2022) — Chief Brand Officer
- Former: Jahkeen Hoke (2021–2022) — Chief Executive Officer
- Former: Marie Masterson (2021–2022) — Director of People & Culture
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 The Mitzen Foundation Inc
How much does The Mitzen Foundation Inc give each year?
The Mitzen Foundation Inc gave $448K across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $407K across 14 grants.
What is The Mitzen Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Mitzen Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $20,000, and its average grant was $63,929, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Mitzen Foundation Inc give grants?
The Mitzen Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Albany, NY (4 grants).
Does The Mitzen Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Mitzen Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (7 of 7) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Mitzen Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Mitzen Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS) ($250,000), Double H Ranch ($100,000) and Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 89% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Mitzen Foundation Inc?
The Mitzen Foundation Inc reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $448K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $18K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Mitzen Foundation Inc fund?
The website states the mission as investing in people to build better businesses, stronger communities, and a more equitable world. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Mitzen Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Mitzen Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Mitzen Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-3806264. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Mitzen Foundation Inc 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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