Fanticola Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Fanticola Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tustin, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,600 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $17,200. 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$61,600
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$17,200
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,200 the year before.
20% 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 | $39,000 | 6 | $976,665 |
| 2024 | $52,200 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $61,600 | 5 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Fanticola 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $61,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sheriff's Advisory Council | Domestic needs | $17,200 |
| Newport Beach Police Foundation | Domestic needs | $17,200 |
| Knights of Columbus Council 9511 | Dfomestic needs | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital la | Domestic needs | $8,600 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Domestic needs | $8,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Melissa Knode
- Christian Fanticola
- Heather Herberger
Questions people ask
Does Fanticola Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fanticola Family Foundation Inc give?
$61,600 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Fanticola Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Melissa Knode (President), Christian Fanticola (Treasurer) and Heather Herberger (Secretary).