Martella Family & Friends Education Foun
Preselected recipients only
Martella Family & Friends Education Foun is a private foundation in Roseville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $264,407 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $132,204 and the largest $179,407. 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$264,407
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$132,204
- Largest grant$179,407
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,922 the year before.
50% 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $92,922 | 1 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $264,407 | 2 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Martella Family & Friends Education Foun 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 Martella Family & Friends Education Foun funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $264,407 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Armona Union Academy | The organization will provide funding to Seventh-day Adventist schools. Currently, the only intended recipient is the local Seventh-day Adventist school, Armona Union Academy which educates students in the grades kindergarten through twelfth grade. The purpose of the applicant's distributions shall be to ensure the continued viability of the school. | $179,407 |
| Central California Conference of Seventh | TO PAY Armona Union Academy debt. | $85,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Martella
- Daniel Martella
- Lawrence Martella
- Becky Hansen
Questions people ask
Does Martella Family & Friends Education Foun accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martella Family & Friends Education Foun give?
$264,407 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $132,204.
Who runs Martella Family & Friends Education Foun?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Martella (President), Daniel Martella (Vice President), Lawrence Martella (Finance Officer) and Becky Hansen (Secretary).
What does Martella Family & Friends Education Foun fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.