Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $255,610 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $109,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$255,610
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$109,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $229,378 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $229,378 | 33 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $255,610 | 17 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Louis and Arlene Navias 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 Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $150,740 |
| Texas | 3 | $70,070 |
| New York | 4 | $23,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Foundation | Social | $109,000 |
| Dallas Holocaust Museum | Educational/religious | $50,000 |
| San Diego Rescue Mission | Social | $25,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Religious | $20,000 |
| Jewish Family Service | Social | $18,000 |
| Jewish Federation of San Diego | Religious | $11,340 |
| Congregation B'nai Shalom | Religious | $10,000 |
| Fueled Schools Inc | Educational | $2,070 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Educational | $1,800 |
| Lawrence Family Jewish Community Centers of San Diego County | Religious | $1,200 |
| Seacrest Foundation | Religious | $1,200 |
| Agahozo Shalom Youth Village | Social | $1,000 |
| Green Family Camp | Religious/social | $1,000 |
| Music of Contemporary Art | Arts | $1,000 |
| North American Conference of Ethiopian Jewelry | Religious | $1,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | Medical | $1,000 |
| Yad Ezra V'shulamit | Religious | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis Navias
- Arlene Navias
- Craig J Navias
Questions people ask
Does Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation give?
$255,610 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Louis Navias (Director), Arlene Navias (Director) and Craig J Navias (Director).
What does Louis and Arlene Navias Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.