La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad
Preselected recipients only
La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$143,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $153,500 the year before.
71% 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 | $156,100 | 11 | $0 |
| 2024 | $153,500 | 9 | $136,264 |
| 2025 | $143,000 | 7 | $0 |
How to apply
La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad 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 La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $118,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Choc Foundation | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Mater Dei High School | General operating support | $10,000 |
| University of Connecticut Foundatio | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Henderson Family Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Newport Aquatic Center | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Sam Elimu Charity | General operating support | $5,000 |
| ALS Orange County | General operating support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Greg Molina
- Scott Williams
- Christina Edwards
- John Edwards Jr
- Tony Spinrad
Questions people ask
Does La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad give?
$143,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad?
Its 2025 filing lists Greg Molina (Director), Scott Williams (Director), Christina Edwards (Secretary) and John Edwards Jr (President & CEO) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.