Esperanza Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Esperanza Foundation is a private foundation in Palos Verdes Estates, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $707,850 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $138,150. 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$707,850
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$138,150
- Assets$566,721
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $669,250 the year before.
25% 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 | $741,100 | 40 | $736,043 |
| 2024 | $669,250 | 39 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $707,850 | 41 | $566,721 |
How to apply
Esperanza 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 Esperanza Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $512,350 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $60,000 |
| Virginia | 6 | $41,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $15,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Star of the Sea High School | Catholic education | $138,150 |
| Archdiocese of San Francisco | support religious organizations | $50,000 |
| University of Mary | SUPPORT RELIGIOUS education | $50,000 |
| Stella Maris Academy | Support religious organization | $45,000 |
| Epiphany School | Religious education | $45,000 |
| Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Churc | Support religious organizations | $31,000 |
| Ave Maria University | Catholic education | $25,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Catholic education | $25,000 |
| Harbor Academy | SUPPORT RELIGIOUS education | $25,000 |
| Thomas Aquinas College | Catholic education | $20,000 |
| Ste Marie du Lac Catholic Parish | Support Religious Organization | $20,000 |
| St John Fisher Parish School | Catholic education | $20,000 |
| Knights of Columbus | Support religious organizations | $15,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Support education | $15,000 |
| St John Fisher Catholic Church | Catholic education | $10,200 |
| Cardinal Newman Society | support religious organizations | $10,000 |
| Individual | help newborns and their mothers | $10,000 |
| Life Legal Defense Foundation | support and protect the helpless | $10,000 |
| Priests for Life | prolife education | $10,000 |
| Semper Fi Fund | support military personnel | $10,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network Inc | Support religious organizations | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support religious group | $10,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Support leadership development | $10,000 |
| St John the Baptist Catholic School | Catholic education | $10,000 |
| Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girarde | Support religious organization | $10,000 |
| NDRL Educational Trust | Support religious group | $10,000 |
| St Mark the Evangelist Catholic Chu | Support church | $10,000 |
| Gregory the Great Academy | Catholic education | $5,000 |
| Individual | support religious organizations | $5,000 |
| Individual | support religious organizations | $5,000 |
| ST Peter and Paul Church | Support religious organizations | $5,000 |
| San Pedro Elks Lodge No 966 | Support religious organization | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support religous organization | $5,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Support Religious Organization | $5,000 |
| Media Research Center | educate people on current affairs | $5,000 |
| National Pro-Life Alliance | Support religious group | $5,000 |
| PreBorn | Support religious group | $4,000 |
| Priest Retirement Fund | financial support to church personnel | $2,000 |
| Together in Mission | Religious education | $1,000 |
| CO2 Coalition | Support charitable organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald R Mostero
- Teri M Mostero
Questions people ask
Does Esperanza Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esperanza Foundation give?
$707,850 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Esperanza Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald R Mostero (Trustee) and Teri M Mostero (Trustee).
What does Esperanza Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and veterans.