Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,101 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,150 and the largest $26,750. 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$60,101
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,150
- Largest grant$26,750
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $142,450 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $82,800 | 11 | $997,150 |
| 2024 | $142,450 | 7 | $982,035 |
| 2025 | $60,101 | 4 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational 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 Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $33,850 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Torah High School | General charitable use | $26,750 |
| Yachad Kollel and Outreach Center | General charitable use | $5,300 |
| TC Chillemi Foundation Inc | General charitable use | $5,000 |
| Tashbar Sephardic Yeshiva Ketana | General charitable use | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Farivar
- Fred Farivar
Questions people ask
Does Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation give?
$60,101 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,150.
Who runs Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Farivar (President/Director) and Fred Farivar (Secretary/Director).
What does Joseph and Paulina Farivar Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.