Alpha Kerdaino Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alpha Kerdaino Foundation is a private foundation in Atascadero, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$13,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$229,430
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $16,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $15,000 | 3 | $279,502 |
| 2022 | $15,000 | 0 | $247,983 |
| 2023 | $13,000 | 2 | $236,835 |
| 2024 | $16,000 | 3 | $223,948 |
| 2025 | $13,000 | 3 | $229,430 |
How to apply
Alpha Kerdaino Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Alpha Kerdaino Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $13,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Coast Youth For Christ | To support outreach to children | $5,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of SoCA | To support outreach to children | $5,000 |
| Life Camp Ministries | To run a childrens camp | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jacob T Rothman
- Ryan Taliarferro
- Jerome Rothman
Questions people ask
Does Alpha Kerdaino Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alpha Kerdaino Foundation give?
$13,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Alpha Kerdaino Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jacob T Rothman (Chairman Treasurer), Ryan Taliarferro (Secretary) and Jerome Rothman (Board Member).
What does Alpha Kerdaino Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.