McDorobush Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McDorobush Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,150 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$93,150
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$557,183
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $110,105 the year before.
5% 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 | $87,930 | 53 | $588,608 |
| 2024 | $110,105 | 61 | $599,294 |
| 2025 | $93,150 | 29 | $557,183 |
How to apply
McDorobush 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 McDorobush Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $60,700 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $300 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University-Universit | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Rotary Club of Palo Alto | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Palo Alto Art Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Avenidas | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Stanford Cancer Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cabrillo Stage Theater Guild | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Palo Alto Library | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Palo Alto Medical Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Palo Alto Policy Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Stanford - Cantor Arts Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Stanford Childrens Hospital Foundat | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Museum of Art History McPherson Cen | Charitable | $500 |
| Menlo Park Kiwanis Club | Charitable | $500 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | Charitable | $400 |
| Individual | Charitable | $350 |
| Smithsonian | Charitable | $300 |
| Individual | Charitable | $300 |
| Individual | Charitable | $250 |
| Leland Stanford J University | Charitable | $200 |
| Santa Cruz County Breakers | Charitable | $200 |
| Moma | Charitable | $200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $200 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Charitable | $150 |
| The Asian Art Museum | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia McGuigan
- Christopher Dorobek
- Diana Dorobek
Questions people ask
Does McDorobush Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McDorobush Family Foundation give?
$93,150 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs McDorobush Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia McGuigan (President), Christopher Dorobek (VP & Secretary) and Diana Dorobek (Treasurer).
What does McDorobush Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.