The Cortopassi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cortopassi Family Foundation is a private foundation in Stockton, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 88 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $289,552. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants88
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$289,552
- Assets$32.9 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $32.1 million | 90 | $29.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 106 | $30.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 88 | $32.9 million |
How to apply
The Cortopassi 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 The Cortopassi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 81 | $1.5 million |
| Oregon | 1 | $250,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $104,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's High School | General donation | $289,552 |
| Friends of the Children | General donation | $250,000 |
| California Waterfowl Assocation | General donation | $200,000 |
| San Joaquin County Historical Society | General donation | $106,000 |
| Uc Regents | General donation | $106,000 |
| Mayo Clinic of Scottsdale | General donation | $100,000 |
| Community Partnership for Families | General donation | $75,000 |
| Haven of Peace | General donation | $50,000 |
| KIPP Public Northern California | General donation | $50,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Clinic | General donation | $50,000 |
| St Mary's Community Services | General donation | $50,000 |
| Stockton Symphony | General donation | $33,000 |
| San Joaquin County Community Foundation | General donation | $31,000 |
| The Loel Foundation | General donation | $30,000 |
| Improve Your Tomorrow | General donation | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army - Lodi Corps | General donation | $21,250 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Lodi | General donation | $20,000 |
| Family Promise of San Joaquin | General donation | $20,000 |
| Mary Graham Children's Shelter | General donation | $20,000 |
| Goodwill Industries | General donation | $15,000 |
| Hospice of San Joaquin | General donation | $15,000 |
| San Joaquin Foundation Family Day | General donation | $15,000 |
| Stockton Civic Theatre | General donation | $15,000 |
| Assistance League of Stockton | General donation | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum of Stockton | General donation | $10,000 |
| Feather River Land Trust | General donation | $10,000 |
| Festa Italiana | General donation | $10,000 |
| Ironstone Concours | General donation | $10,000 |
| Junior League of San Joaquin | General donation | $10,000 |
| Maritime Preservation Trust | General donation | $10,000 |
| McCallum Theatre | General donation | $10,000 |
| Miracle Mile Foundation | General donation | $10,000 |
| Rancho Mirage Writers Festival | General donation | $10,000 |
| Shriners Children's Northern California | General donation | $10,000 |
| World of Wonders Science Museum | General donation | $10,000 |
| All Saints Academy | General donation | $8,000 |
| Horatio Alger Association | General donation | $7,500 |
| Liguri Nel Mondo | General donation | $7,500 |
| California Farmland Trust | General donation | $5,500 |
| Aha Foundation | General donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Cortopassi
- Donald Lenz
- Katherine Whitlow
- Rebecca Carlson
- Carla Donaldson
- Tom Cortopassi
- Jeff Colombini
- Gino Cortopassi
Questions people ask
Does The Cortopassi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cortopassi Family Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 88 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Cortopassi Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Cortopassi (Trustee), Donald Lenz (Sec/Treas), Katherine Whitlow (Trustee) and Rebecca Carlson (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Cortopassi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.