Mfund Incorporated
The MFUNd Foundation (Mfund Inc.) is a private grantmaking foundation based in Guilford, CT (EIN 26-1560414) that focuses on strengthening local sustainable food systems, farmland conservation and supporting local nonprofits. The site describes the foundation’s mission and lists local and national grantee partners. Public records (ProPublica/GuideStar/Candid) list the same Guilford address and officers (Frederick M. Mayer and Melanie Barocas Mayer).
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-midsize nonprofit with programs in sustainable food systems, farmland conservation, or local community services—especially organizations with a presence or partnerships in Connecticut or the broader New England region; also community cycling or sport infrastructure projects that fit past giving.
Good Fit
- • Mission focused on local sustainable food systems, farmland conservation, or community food access.
- • Demonstrable program presence or partnerships in Connecticut or nearby states.
- • Track record as an operating nonprofit seeking general support rather than a highly restricted program grant.
- • Established relationships or referrals from existing grantee partners or local philanthropic networks.
- • Capacity to absorb modest-to-mid-size grants (typical awards skew under $10K but occasional larger gifts are made).
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year reached about ten states, so the footprint is multi-state; however large dollars were concentrated in Pennsylvania and Connecticut in the most recent year.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded dozens of distinct independent recipients in the latest year (44), with a substantial subset returning across years (about 30) while still adding new grantees (14), indicating a broad recipient set despite some dollar concentration.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of turnover exists (14 new recipients in the latest year), but the foundation and application information indicate grants are made to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applicants without connections would face uncertain prospects.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
