Fontana Foundation of Hope
Preselected recipients only
Fontana Foundation of Hope is a private foundation in Fontana, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $144,852 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $9,060 and the largest $35,300. 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$144,852
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$9,060
- Largest grant$35,300
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $240,351 the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $209,753 | 25 | $11.3 million |
| 2023 | $240,351 | 19 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $144,852 | 12 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
Fontana Foundation of Hope 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 Fontana Foundation of Hope funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $144,852 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Through Housing | Sr. Apartment sponsorship | $35,300 |
| Inland Empire Ronald McDonald House | Walk for kids | $25,000 |
| Miss Fontana | Pageant sponsorship | $15,000 |
| US Vets | To support organization | $15,000 |
| City of Fontana | Fontana days run | $10,450 |
| Fontana Unified School District | To support organization | $10,121 |
| Christmas Cheer All Year | Sponsorship | $8,000 |
| Inland Woodworkers Association | Christmas | $7,000 |
| Fohi McJrotc | Sponsorship | $6,050 |
| Fohi McJrotc | 2nd semester sponsorship | $6,025 |
| California Nevada District Exchange Clubs Charitable Foundation Inc | To support organization | $5,000 |
| Fusd School Police | Taxes for 2 drones | $1,906 |
Officers and trustees
- Jacque Long
- Stephen Hill
- Lydia Wibert
- Leon Ford
- Carmen Adriana Long
- Michael Garcia
Questions people ask
Does Fontana Foundation of Hope accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fontana Foundation of Hope give?
$144,852 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $9,060.
Who runs Fontana Foundation of Hope?
Its 2024 filing lists Jacque Long (President), Stephen Hill (Treasurer), Lydia Wibert (Secretary) and Leon Ford (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Fontana Foundation of Hope fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.