Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation is a private foundation in Greenbrae, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $165,379 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $71,410. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$165,379
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$71,410
- Assets$0
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2023 was up from $10,000 the year before.
91% of its 2023 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $148,920 |
| 2023 | $165,379 | 12 | $0 |
How to apply
Jose & Laura B Medina 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 Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 4 | $127,879 |
| New York | 3 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cascia Hall Prep School | Education | $71,410 |
| San Magiel School | Education | $35,000 |
| Cascia Hall Prep School | Education | $12,693 |
| John 316 Mission | Operations | $8,776 |
| University of Minnesota | Fund for Cardiovascular Fellow | $5,000 |
| Rainforest Alliance | Project Nature | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical care | $5,000 |
| Homeworthy | Operations | $5,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Operations | $5,000 |
| Canal Alliance | Social services for Latinos | $5,000 |
| Des Moines Christian School | Education | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Blind Children | Operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Medina
- Jose L Medina
- Laura T Medina
Questions people ask
Does Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation give?
$165,379 in tax year 2023, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Patricia Medina (President), Jose L Medina (Director VP) and Laura T Medina (Secretary Treasurer).
What does Jose & Laura B Medina Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.