Marchese Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marchese Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $369,824 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $6,750 and the largest $123,500. 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$369,824
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$6,750
- Largest grant$123,500
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $357,970 the year before.
47% 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 | $240,881 | 27 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $357,970 | 19 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $369,824 | 20 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Marchese Family 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 Marchese Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $366,074 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara University | General support | $123,500 |
| Saint Francis High School | High school program | $58,555 |
| San Jose Police Department | General support | $48,756 |
| Individual | General support | $39,950 |
| Sacred Heart Nativity School | General support | $24,876 |
| Little Italy San Jose Foundation | General support | $16,541 |
| Sacred Heart Parish | General support | $12,760 |
| The Britt George Foundation | General support | $12,500 |
| Sacred Heart Church | General support | $9,135 |
| Joseph Bettencourt Foundation | General support | $7,308 |
| Koastrong Childhood Cancer Prev Org | General support | $6,193 |
| The Summit League | General support | $3,250 |
| Sisters Disciples of the Divine Mas | General support | $1,500 |
| Individual | General support | $1,500 |
| SJVRC One Mile for One Child | General support | $1,000 |
| Individual | General support | $500 |
| The Michael Fox Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Lucile Packard Children's Hospital | General support | $500 |
| Loaves and Fishes | General support | $500 |
| St Mary of the Immaculate Conceptio | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Marchese
- Helen Owen
Questions people ask
Does Marchese Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marchese Family Foundation give?
$369,824 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $6,750.
Who runs Marchese Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chris Marchese (President) and Helen Owen (Secretary).
What does Marchese Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.