David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation is a private foundation in Modesto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 55 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $700,000. 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 grants55
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$42.3 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
16% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.2 million | 52 | $34.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 54 | $37.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 55 | $42.3 million |
How to apply
David E & Mary C 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 David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 4 | $707,500 |
| California | 24 | $526,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $487,500 |
| New York | 4 | $92,500 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $67,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $43,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation International | General support | $700,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | General support | $480,000 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Atonement | General support | $85,000 |
| United Samaritans Foundation | General support | $80,000 |
| Kvie Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| St Joseph's Catholic Church | General support | $69,000 |
| Basilica National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception | General support | $50,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | General support | $45,000 |
| Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate USA | General support | $40,000 |
| Monsignor William P Kennedy Education Foundation | Educational support | $40,000 |
| Daughters of Charity Foundation | General support | $35,000 |
| Memorial Hospital Foundation | General support | $35,000 |
| Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health | General support | $30,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General support | $25,000 |
| Modesto Junior College Foundation | Educational support | $20,000 |
| Catholic Diocese of Stockton | General support | $16,000 |
| University of California-Davis | Educational support | $12,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Stockton | General support | $10,000 |
| Central Catholic High School Foundation | Educational support | $10,000 |
| Daughters of St Paul | General support | $10,000 |
| Sisters of the Cross of the Sacred Heart of Jesus | General support | $10,000 |
| Sisters of the Holy Cross | General support | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $10,000 |
| Food for the Poor | General support | $8,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | General support | $8,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | General support | $7,500 |
| St Vincent Meals on Wheels | General support | $7,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Social Service Guild | General support | $5,000 |
| Community Hospice & Health Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $5,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of America | General support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $5,000 |
| Stanislaus Library Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Women for Women International | General support | $4,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Center for Human Services | General support | $2,500 |
| Pollinator Partnership | General support | $2,500 |
| Sisters of the Holy Family | General support | $2,500 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary C Gallo
- Theresa M Gallo
- Christopher D Gallo
Questions people ask
Does David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary C Gallo (Chair & Director), Theresa M Gallo (Secretary & Director) and Christopher D Gallo (Cfo & Director).
What does David E & Mary C Gallo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, international and education.