The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation
Accepts applications
The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation is a private foundation in Napa, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $385,160 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,500 and the largest $320,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$385,160
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,500
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $339,500 the year before.
75% 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 | $362,233 | 12 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $339,500 | 9 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $385,160 | 8 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Isabel and M Mondavi Foundation PO Box 2350, Napa, CA 94558 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (707) 255-4813, nancy@nancyrsellers.com |
| What to submit | Letter form with information about the organization requesting the grant, purpose of the donation, and any other helpful information. |
| Restrictions | Generally charities for the benefit of napa county are given a higher priority. |
What The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $356,660 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Napa Valley Community Foundation | The Napa Valley Community Foundation works side-by-side with donors and nonprofits to identify and solve the most pressing problems in our Valley. They work with successful people who want to give back. The NVCF knows how to do it. For more than 25 years, theyve elevated donor service to an art, helping clients like us take a strategic approach to their philanthropy. The NVCF deeply understands the nonprofit sector and community needs. They share what they know with us, and this makes our giving more thoughtful and more impactful. | $320,000 |
| Providence Community Health Foundat | Providence is a national, non-profit Catholic health system comprising a diverse family of organizations with 52 hospitals, 1,000 physician clinics, senior services, supportive housing, and other educational and health services with 120,000 caregivers serving across seven states. Funds go to help general services. | $25,000 |
| Wine Spirits Wholesalers of America | WSWA Educational Foundation is the charitable arm of WSWA. The Foundation focuses on two principal program areas: Helping to support the college careers of our member firm employee' children through the scholarship program, and supporting research and studies that further industry knowledge. The foundation awards 50 competitive two-year scholarships to college-bound dependents of FT employees of WSWA member companies. | $20,000 |
| Alive and Free | This charity works to end violence and save lives. The Alive & Free Prescription works to change beliefs, attitudes, values and actions that promote violence. Alive & Free identifies and addresses Risk Factors - the actions that put young people at risk of violence - and the Commandments of Violence - symptomatic thinking that puts them at risk. The Prescription then counters them with the Rules for Living that promote positive lifestyle choices to mitigate against the onset of the disease of violence. | $10,000 |
| Holy Trinity Classical Christian SC | Holy Trinity Classical Christian School is distinctly classical and distinctively Christian. The Word of God teaches that parents are ultimately responsible for raising and educating their children. Therefore parents will be integral parts of the education process in partnership with teachers imparting to the students the biblical, Christian worldview employing the Trivium methodology. | $7,000 |
| Anchor Center for the Blind | Anchor Center for the Blind provides early intervention and education services to foster the full potential of children who are visually impaired and blind. Utilizing a team approach, we nurture childrens emotional security, social and intellectual skills.The organization focuses on blind children ages birth to age 5. They provide education, caring support and connections that last a lifetime. | $1,500 |
| The Desert Community Foundation | To support community foundation in desert area for families in need, and help with basic necessities of life. | $1,160 |
| Lao Rehabilitation Foundation | The organization provides eye care for people of the Mekong Riverside Project in the Pakbeng District of Oudomxay Province in Laos. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Mondavi
- Isabel Mondavi
- Dina Mondavi
Questions people ask
Does The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation give?
$385,160 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,500.
Who runs The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Mondavi (Cfo), Isabel Mondavi (Secretary) and Dina Mondavi (Ceo).
What does The Isabel and Michael Mondavi Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and youth programs.