Ferrero Scholarship Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ferrero Scholarship Trust is a private foundation in Merced, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$6,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$207,124
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,000 | 7 | $165,460 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 10 | $196,067 |
| 2025 | $6,000 | 6 | $207,124 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Ferrero Scholarship 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ferrero Scholarship Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jim Pacecho
- Jane Lozano
- Len Samuelson
Questions people ask
Does Ferrero Scholarship Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ferrero Scholarship Trust give?
$6,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ferrero Scholarship Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Jim Pacecho (Exalted Rule), Jane Lozano (Secretary) and Len Samuelson (Treasurer).
What does Ferrero Scholarship Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.