John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation is a private foundation in San Mateo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,250 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $10,000. 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$65,250
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $33,000 | 9 | $956,903 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 15 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $65,250 | 16 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
John & Arlette Monfredini 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 John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $65,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CPMC Foundation | Donation made for generaal operating activities | $10,000 |
| Mills Peninsula Hospital Foundation | Donation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activities | $10,000 |
| Order of Malta Clinic | Donation made for general operating activities | $10,000 |
| Hillsborough Auxiliary to Peninsula Family Service | Donation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activities. | $6,500 |
| Chronicle Season of Sharing Fund | Donation made for general operating activities | $5,000 |
| Cofam Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco | Donation made for general operating activities | $5,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Donation made for general operating activities | $5,000 |
| Notre Dame High School Belmont | Donation made for general operating activities | $3,000 |
| Life Moves Family Services | Donation made for general operating activities | $2,500 |
| Gladstone Institute | Donation made for general operating activities | $2,000 |
| Ability Path | Donation made for general operating activities | $1,250 |
| Mission Hospice Auxiliary | Donation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activities. | $1,000 |
| SM Public Library Foundation | Donation made for general operating activities | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Donation made for general operating activitiesdonation made for general operating activities | $1,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | Donation made for general operating activities | $1,000 |
| Salesian Boys and Girls Club | Donation made for general operating activities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Monfredini
- Arlette Monfredini
- Laura Monfredini
- Lisa Cohen
Questions people ask
Does John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation give?
$65,250 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Monfredini (President), Arlette Monfredini (Secretary), Laura Monfredini (Director) and Lisa Cohen (Director).
What does John & Arlette Monfredini Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.