St Mary's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
St Mary's Foundation is a private foundation in Lomita, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,200 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,700. 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$140,200
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,700
- Assets$895,840
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $122,600 the year before.
31% 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 | $122,600 | 15 | $920,915 |
| 2024 | $140,200 | 18 | $895,840 |
How to apply
St Mary's 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What St Mary's Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $87,200 in 8 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $48,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Hogar del Anciano de Ensenada Ac | Provided physical therapy, food, clothing, medication and transportation. | $25,700 |
| Paipid Ac - Mission San Pable | Provided monetary assistance for orphanage. The funds were used to purchase medication, clothing, food and various household goods for orphanage. | $22,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny | Financial assistance for works of evangelization | $10,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny | Provide funds to support medical treatment for children with epilepsy | $10,000 |
| Fundacion Maria Ac | Provided funds for ongoing mobile medical outreach services. Continued to provide funds for a rehabilitation center where children and the elderly can participate in various programs, including physical and occupational therapy, wellness and prevention, nutrition and health education. Dental and medical services were also provided wherever possible. | $7,500 |
| Maikona Catholic Mission Diocese of Marsabit Kenya | Provided fund to a catholic charity in kenya for water system | $7,000 |
| St Peter & Paul Elementary School | Funds were used for tuition assistance | $6,000 |
| Asilo San Vicente de Atotonilco El Alto Ac | Provide physical therapy, transportation and free medication | $5,000 |
| Fundatian Saint Mary | Provide funds to support the project and program to help needy people, including the homeless and elderly, with food, clothes, bathroom services and whenever possible, medical services and shelter. | $5,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus School | Tuition assistance to needy families | $5,000 |
| Mary Star of the Sea Elementary School | Tuition assistance to needy families | $5,000 |
| Masinyusane Inc Top Learner Program | Tuition assistance | $5,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny | Rescue children from human trafficking - healthcare & meals | $5,000 |
| St Mary Medical Center - Low Vision Center | Funding for glasses program - senior and children | $5,000 |
| St Margaret Mary Alacoque Church | Food donation program and COVID 19 emergency fund | $5,000 |
| St Mary's Academy | Tuition assistance for student in need | $5,000 |
| St Peter & Paul Poverty Program | Funds were used for food and clothing for needy families. | $5,000 |
| St Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church | Food program | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nabil El Sayad
- Beatriz El Sayad
- Ida Ramirez
- Sister Margaret E Maguire
- Saul Macias
- Frank Keller
- Edgar I El Sayad
- Janet LB Daly
- Maria Martinez
- Sister Genevieve Vigil
Questions people ask
Does St Mary's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does St Mary's Foundation give?
$140,200 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs St Mary's Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nabil El Sayad (President), Beatriz El Sayad (Vice President), Ida Ramirez (Secretary) and Sister Margaret E Maguire (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does St Mary's Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, food and hunger and faith communities.