Michelle Janavs Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michelle Janavs Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $78,480 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $39,240 and the largest $73,800. 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$78,480
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$39,240
- Largest grant$73,800
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $79,688 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $79,688 | 2 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $78,480 | 2 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Michelle Janavs 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 Michelle Janavs Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $78,480 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General operating support | $73,800 |
| Segerstrom Center for the Arts | General operating support | $4,680 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle Merage
- Paul Janavs End - 424
- Paul Merage
Questions people ask
Does Michelle Janavs Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michelle Janavs Foundation give?
$78,480 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $39,240.
Who runs Michelle Janavs Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michelle Merage (President), Paul Janavs End - 424 (Secretary) and Paul Merage (Treasurer).
What does Michelle Janavs Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and arts and culture.