Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust
Preselected recipients only
Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Los Banos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,000 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 1 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 1 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust 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 Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $90,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Faitma Catholic School | Assist needy students with tuition, maintain facilities, assist with salaries/benefits for teachers | $90,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rhett Salha
Questions people ask
Does Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Rhett Salha (Trustee).
What does Donald O and Bernadette R Germino Memorial Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.