Costello Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Costello Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Portola Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$85,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $95,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $95,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 8 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Costello Family Foundation Inc 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 Costello Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $51,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Americans Serving African Children | Education for sustainable farming | $20,000 |
| CK-12 Foundation | Online education resources | $20,000 |
| Foundation for a College Education | Education programs | $20,000 |
| Operation Bootstrap Africa | Education programs | $10,000 |
| Room to Read | Education programs | $5,000 |
| Wells4Wellness | Builds wells in Africa | $4,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater San Diego | Youth programs | $3,000 |
| East County Youth Symphony | Youth music programs | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George M Costello
- Peter W Costello
- Leslie A Costello
Questions people ask
Does Costello Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Costello Family Foundation Inc give?
$85,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Costello Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists George M Costello (President), Peter W Costello (SecTreas) and Leslie A Costello (Vice Pres).
What does Costello Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and youth programs.