Farrell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Farrell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kentfield, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 128 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $65,840. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants128
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$65,840
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $2.3 million | 244 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 128 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Farrell Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Farrell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 32 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 41 | $766,610 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $87,860 |
| New York | 8 | $65,500 |
| Texas | 9 | $44,515 |
| Virginia | 13 | $38,750 |
| Michigan | 4 | $30,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $30,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $28,500 |
| Illinois | 3 | $28,000 |
| Delaware | 2 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Cerebral Palsy Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | $65,840 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | $63,860 |
| Teach for America | Funds for discretionary use | $55,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Village | Funds for discretionary use | $55,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County Inc | Funds for discretionary use | $40,000 |
| St Francis Friarycapuchin Franciscan Order | Funds for discretionary use | $40,000 |
| Bishop School | Funds for discretionary use | $35,000 |
| Bulamu Healthcare International | Funds for discretionary use | $35,000 |
| Just in Time for Foster Youth | Funds for discretionary use | $35,000 |
| Community Resource Center | Funds for discretionary use | $30,000 |
| Voices for Children | Funds for discretionary use | $30,000 |
| America First Policy Institute | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Angels Foster Family Network | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Pacific Research Institute | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Prokids | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| School of Holy Cross | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| San Diego Symphony Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Friends of Those in Need | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Kyoto Prize Symposium | Funds for discretionary use | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Elderhelp of San Diego | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Elementary Institute of Science | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Focus | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Junior Achievement of San Diego and Imperial Counties | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Mama's Kitchen | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Ocean Discovery Institute | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| Vehicles for Change San Diego Inc | Funds for discretionary use | $20,000 |
| The Fellowship | Funds for discretionary use | $18,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego | Funds for discretionary use | $16,000 |
| John Paul the Great Catholic University | Funds for discretionary use | $15,000 |
| Monarch School Project | Funds for discretionary use | $15,000 |
| Support the Enlisted Project | Funds for discretionary use | $15,000 |
| San Ysidro Health | Funds for discretionary use | $15,000 |
| Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty | Funds for discretionary use | $12,500 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Funds for discretionary use | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | Funds for discretionary use | $10,000 |
| Young Americans for Liberty Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | $10,000 |
| San Diego Legatus Edu Foundation | Funds for discretionary use | $10,000 |
| Happiness for the Children of Kenyakenya Childrens Fund Inc | Funds for discretionary use | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter C Farrell
- Paul A Farrell
- Catherine A Sertori
- Michael J Farrell
- Kristi Burlingame
Questions people ask
Does Farrell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Farrell Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 128 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Farrell Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter C Farrell (Director), Paul A Farrell (Director), Catherine A Sertori (Director) and Michael J Farrell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Farrell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.