Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation is a private foundation in Monarch Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $541,980 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $44,150 and the largest $216,180. 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$541,980
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$44,150
- Largest grant$216,180
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $470,205 the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $470,205 | 10 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $541,980 | 8 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Spenuzza-Velastegui Family 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 Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $530,980 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Margaret of Scotland Episcopal School | To educate young people's hearts and minds for lives of learning, leadership, and service. | $216,180 |
| Segerstrom Center for the Arts | Provide public performing arts porgrams. | $130,500 |
| Orange County Museum of Art | Support public art programs. | $86,000 |
| Discovery Science Center of Orange County | Provide science programs for children and public. | $63,300 |
| Mission Preservation Foundation | To raise funds for specialized and comprehensive preservation work for mission san juan capistrano. | $25,000 |
| The Order of Constantinian Angelic Knights of St George | Distribution of food and supplies to the homeless | $10,000 |
| La Opera Company | To provide an opportunity for all to enjoy the rich emotional. | $10,000 |
| St Jude Hospital | To advance treatments and prevention methods for catastrophic diseases in children through research and treatment. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Spenuzza
- Cecilia Spenuzza
Questions people ask
Does Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation give?
$541,980 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $44,150.
Who runs Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Spenuzza (Director and President) and Cecilia Spenuzza (Director; Secretary; Treasurer).
What does Spenuzza-Velastegui Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and arts and culture.