Fudge Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Fudge Family Foundation is a private foundation in Costa Mesa, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $172,822 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,400 and the largest $119,422. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$172,822
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,400
- Largest grant$119,422
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $127,710 the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $183,852 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $127,710 | 5 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $172,822 | 9 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gary A Fudge Trustee 711 W 17th Street Ste D-12, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (949) 642-6659 |
| What to submit | Letter form, letter should outline the purpose of the organization and the need for funds. |
What Fudge Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $160,822 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $119,422 |
| Tias Arms | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Sherman Library | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| University of Washington | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Uci Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,400 |
| Hope Harbor | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cal State Fullerton | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Saddleback Medical Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Paladin Conservancy | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary A Fudge
- Austyn R Fudge
Questions people ask
Does Fudge Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Fudge Family Foundation give?
$172,822 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,400.
Who runs Fudge Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary A Fudge (President) and Austyn R Fudge (V.P.).
What does Fudge Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.