Hasso Serrano Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hasso Serrano Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $193,600 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $9,500 and the largest $52,500. 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$193,600
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$9,500
- Largest grant$52,500
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $192,850 the year before.
43% 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 | $170,339 | 11 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $192,850 | 15 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $193,600 | 14 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Hasso Serrano 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.
What Hasso Serrano Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $123,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $12,100 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Foundation | To support the natural history museum, athletics and general support. | $52,500 |
| Eanes Education Foundation | To support the organization's mission to provide and sustain district-wide opportunities for education excellence within the esd | $25,000 |
| Wake Forest University | To support the beautiful campus and student experience funds | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | To support the organization's pediatric research | $20,000 |
| Ascension Seton Foundation | To support the organization's lifesaving work to continue through research, training and | $15,000 |
| Operation Hope | To support the organization's mission to be a for-purpose organization working to disrupt poverty and enable inclusion for low and moderate income youth and adults. | $12,100 |
| Dell Children's Foundation | To support the organization's mission to actively seek and invest charitable support for the ascension seton to improve the health and well-bing of all people in the communities they serve | $10,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | General support | $9,000 |
| Bridgepoint Elementary School | To support our teachers, administration and most importantly, our students | $9,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General support | $5,000 |
| Third Option Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund | General support | $3,000 |
| The Westlake Chap Club | To support westlake men's soccer booster club | $2,500 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Luis Serrano
- James Matthews
Questions people ask
Does Hasso Serrano Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hasso Serrano Foundation give?
$193,600 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $9,500.
Who runs Hasso Serrano Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Luis Serrano (President/Ceo) and James Matthews (Vice President/Cfo/Secreta).
What does Hasso Serrano Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.