Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation is a private foundation in Modesto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 63 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$35.1 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
61% 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 | $688,726 | 27 | $29.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 40 | $33.2 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 63 | $35.1 million |
How to apply
Bob & Marie Gallo 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 Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 51 | $1.9 million |
| Montana | 1 | $35,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $11,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County Community Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| Open Hearts Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| St Stanislaus Catholic School | General support | $150,000 |
| University of California San Francisco | Hematology and oncology division | $120,000 |
| Modesto Union Gospel Mission | General support | $104,000 |
| Sisters of the Cross of the Sacred Heart of Jesus | General support | $95,000 |
| Santa Clara University | General support | $75,000 |
| St Stanislaus Catholic Church | General support | $74,400 |
| Diocese of Stockton | General support | $65,000 |
| Anova Education and Behavior Consultation Inc | General support | $60,000 |
| Gallo Center for the Arts Inc | General support | $56,200 |
| Napa Valley Grape Growers Foundation | General support | $51,000 |
| Cal Poly Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Howard Training Center | General support | $50,000 |
| Napa Valley Sports Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Wilson Elementary School | General support | $50,000 |
| Central Catholic High School Foundation | General support | $45,000 |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Church | General support | $43,000 |
| Acam Educational Foundation | General support | $35,000 |
| St Helena Hospital Foundation | General support | $30,500 |
| Sonoma Country Day School | General support | $25,500 |
| St John the Baptist Catholic School | General support | $25,000 |
| Daughters of Charity Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Healdsburg Food Pantry | General support | $20,000 |
| Redwood Gospel Mission | General support | $20,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Ministry of St Stanislaus Catholic Church Inc | General support | $19,500 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | General support | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $11,000 |
| Best Buddies International Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| California Audubon Society | General support | $10,000 |
| California Waterfowl Association | General support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Social Service Guild | General support | $10,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| McHenry Mansion Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| St Joseph's Catholic Church | General support | $10,000 |
| The Guardsmen | General support | $10,000 |
| University of California San Francisco | Executive health division | $10,000 |
| Stanislaus Community Foundation | General support | $8,000 |
| Family House Inc | General support | $7,000 |
| Capital Public Radio Inc | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew I Friedrich
- Julie G Vander Wall
- John R Gallo
- Matthew J Gallo
- Thomas J Gallo
- Gina M Gallo
- Amy M Gallo
- Mary E Gallo
Questions people ask
Does Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew I Friedrich (Secretary), Julie G Vander Wall (Director), John R Gallo (Cfo) and Matthew J Gallo (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Bob & Marie Gallo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.