Ernest Prete Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ernest Prete Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $189,450 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$189,450
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was down from $216,038 the year before.
91% of its 2024 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 | $216,038 | 6 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $189,450 | 11 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
Ernest Prete Jr 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 Ernest Prete Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $189,450 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cal Poly Pomona - K12 Partnership | Fellows for K-12 partnership fund/education | $105,000 |
| Hope of the Valley | Free housing for homeless | $30,000 |
| Youth Empowerment Studios Foundatio | Partner with school to create environments where students are safe,supported, chalenged and healthy | $11,950 |
| Los Angeles House of Ruth | Home for mothers/cildren seeking to rebuild lives | $10,000 |
| Cal Poly Pomona - Biotrek Maintenan | Bio trek equipmentmaintenance | $10,000 |
| Learning With A Difference | Scientific education for children w/ learning disability | $5,000 |
| Alapio | Free surgeries & medical clinic | $5,000 |
| Creative Visions | Project: canvasing the world | $5,000 |
| Sahaas for Cause | Help community prosper through educational events | $5,000 |
| City of Santa Paula | Kids celebration for christmas | $1,500 |
| Arpan Global Charities | Medical charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mohammad J Virani
- Rebecca Natalia
Questions people ask
Does Ernest Prete Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ernest Prete Jr Foundation give?
$189,450 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ernest Prete Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mohammad J Virani (Director) and Rebecca Natalia (Director).
What does Ernest Prete Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.