ME Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
ME Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $80,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$80,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was down from $120,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 | $120,000 | 2 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 6 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
ME Charitable 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
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $15,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $55,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of the Pacific | Support of Charitable Organization | $35,000 |
| Notre Dame San Jose | Support of Charitable Organization | $20,000 |
| Mercury Drug Foundation | Support of Charitable Organization | $15,000 |
| Save the Children | Support of Charitable Organization | $5,000 |
| Retirement Fund for Religious | Support of Charitable Organization | $3,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Support of Charitable Organization | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosalina Q Lue
- Fortunata Q Andrada
- Iraida Q Devera
- Joanne Q Nguyen
Questions people ask
Does ME Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does ME Charitable Foundation give?
$80,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs ME Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosalina Q Lue (President), Fortunata Q Andrada (Treasurer), Iraida Q Devera (Secretary) and Joanne Q Nguyen (Director).