Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Ana, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,602 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $3,102 and the largest $5,000. 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$9,602
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$3,102
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $8,000 | 2 | $8,481 |
| 2024 | $13,000 | 3 | $0 |
| 2025 | $9,602 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Jillian and Carson Lappetito 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 Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $4,602 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Allo Hope Foundation | This was a grant to annual operating budget for the Allo Hope Foundation | $5,000 |
| Families Forward | Donation of Food purchased directly from Costco. | $3,102 |
| Marisol Alvarez | Contribution for Education Assistance | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carson Lappetito
- Jillian Lappetito
- Matthew Vassar PIerce
Questions people ask
Does Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation give?
$9,602 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $3,102.
Who runs Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carson Lappetito (President & Director), Jillian Lappetito (President & Director) and Matthew Vassar PIerce (Director).
What does Jillian and Carson Lappetito Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and education.