MDM Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MDM Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $525,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$525,000
- Assets$29.7 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $635,300 the year before.
56% 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 | $698,780 | 8 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $635,300 | 6 | $9.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 9 | $29.7 million |
How to apply
MDM 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Humane Society | Program support | $525,000 |
| Lucky Duck Foundation | Program support | $150,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Pacific Southwest | Program support | $125,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | Program support | $100,000 |
| San Diego Coastkeeper | Program support | $50,000 |
| KPBS | Program support | $25,000 |
| Orquesta Guadalupana | Program support | $24,979 |
| Forever Balboa Park | Program support | $10,000 |
| New Day Urban Ministries | Program support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dee Anne Canepa
- Marisa J Canepa
- Michael J Canepa
Questions people ask
Does MDM Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MDM Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs MDM Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dee Anne Canepa (President), Marisa J Canepa (Secretary) and Michael J Canepa (Treasurer).