Ameritino Foundation (The)
Preselected recipients only
Ameritino Foundation (The) is a private foundation in Vista, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $9,000. 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$63,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $67,500 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $53,000 | 18 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $67,500 | 18 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $63,500 | 15 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Ameritino Foundation (The) 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 Ameritino Foundation (The) funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $60,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Fire Foundation | General support | $9,000 |
| Rancho Buena Vista High School | General support | $7,500 |
| Doors of Change | General support | $5,000 |
| Elementary Institute of Science | General support | $5,000 |
| Emilio Nares Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Rady Children's Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
| San Marcos Middle School | General support | $5,000 |
| San Marcos Unified School District | General support | $5,000 |
| Cardiff Soccer League | General support | $4,000 |
| Solana Beach Presbyterian Church | General support | $3,500 |
| Homeboy Industries | General support | $2,500 |
| Longmont High School Education Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Catholic Community Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| San Elijo Middle School | General support | $1,500 |
| The Humane Society of the United States | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Bravo Lopez
- Zeke Lopez
- Leanne Debora
Questions people ask
Does Ameritino Foundation (The) accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ameritino Foundation (The) give?
$63,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ameritino Foundation (The)?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Bravo Lopez (Director), Zeke Lopez (Director & Legal Counsel) and Leanne Debora (President).
What does Ameritino Foundation (The) fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.