Michael J Femino Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael J Femino Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Coast, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $399,500 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$399,500
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,444 the year before.
73% 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 | $23,417 | 11 | $539,854 |
| 2024 | $33,444 | 10 | $12.2 million |
| 2025 | $399,500 | 33 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
Michael J Femino 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 Michael J Femino Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $337,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $7,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trojan Sig Foundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $50,000 |
| USC Annual Giving | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $31,500 |
| Polytechnic School | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $30,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Rsch Hosp | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $30,000 |
| Newport Beach Public Library Foundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $25,000 |
| CHOC Foundation | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald Family House OC | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $20,000 |
| Orangewood Foundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $17,000 |
| Huntington Medical Research Institute | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $10,000 |
| Crystal Cove Conservancy | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $10,000 |
| Newport Coast Elementry SchoolFoundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| TGR Foundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| Make-A-Wish America | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| San Gabriel Cemetery Association | Grant to 501(c)(13) ORG | $10,000 |
| Baby to Baby | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of OC | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels OC | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $10,000 |
| Swim with Mike Foundation | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $5,000 |
| AFS USA Inc | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $5,000 |
| LMU Chapel | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Newport Beach Fire Dept Foundation | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Newport | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Newport Beach Baseball Assn | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Laguna Food Pantry | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Catalina Island Conservancy | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $5,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | GRANT TO 501(c)3 ORG | $2,000 |
| San Luis Obispo Museum of Art | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $2,000 |
| Newport Coast Elementary PTA | Grant to 501(c)(3) ORG | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Femino
- A L Femino
- J D Femino
Questions people ask
Does Michael J Femino Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael J Femino Foundation give?
$399,500 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Michael J Femino Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Femino (President), A L Femino (Director) and J D Femino (Director).
What does Michael J Femino Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.