Mentortainment Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mentortainment Inc is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $266,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $133,000 and the largest $256,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$266,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$133,000
- Largest grant$256,000
- Assets$523,340
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2023 was up from $11,626 the year before.
50% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $11,626 | 1 | $754,602 |
| 2023 | $266,000 | 2 | $523,340 |
How to apply
Mentortainment Inc 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 Mentortainment Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $256,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Apples and Oranges Arts Inc | General support | $256,000 |
| The Sapling Foundation | Operational support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Kashani
- Pamela Winslow Kashani
Questions people ask
Does Mentortainment Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mentortainment Inc give?
$266,000 in tax year 2023, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $133,000.
Who runs Mentortainment Inc?
Its 2023 filing lists Timothy Kashani (President) and Pamela Winslow Kashani (Director).
What does Mentortainment Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.