Master Educational Assistance Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting educational initiatives and community service projects. Its mission focuses on enhancing educational opportunities through scholarships and contributions to various educational institutions, including high schools and universities. The foundation primarily serves youth and educational organizations, reflecting a commitment to youth development and community engagement. While it predominantly operates within Illinois, it also extends some support to organizations in other states.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
An Illinois-based school, scholarship program, or small-to-medium education nonprofit seeking operating or program support and able to apply via a letter and supporting materials.
Good Fit
- • Primary programming in education, scholarships, or secondary/high-school support.
- • A clear local (Illinois) footprint or partnership with Illinois institutions.
- • Request sizes consistent with the foundation's typical $1K–$25K awards.
- • Willingness to submit a descriptive letter, brochure, and follow up by phone.
- • Capacity to be described succinctly on rolling submission schedule.
Geography
Grantmaking is heavily concentrated in Illinois (about 86% of dollars), with only a small share spread across a handful of other states in the observed years.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows a broad recipient set—roughly 52 distinct organizations funded with a mix of scholarships and contributions and many small-to-mid sized awards rather than support confined to a tiny circle.
New Applicants
Behavioral evidence shows substantial turnover (27 new recipients in 2024, about half of that year’s grantees) and the foundation publishes application instructions and a concrete letter-submission contact, so unfamiliar applicants appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
