The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Tustin, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.1 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $800,000. 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$3.1 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$800,000
- Assets$41.4 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.7 million | 23 | $31.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 24 | $36.4 million |
| 2025 | $3.1 million | 33 | $41.4 million |
How to apply
The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc 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 Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 29 | $3.0 million |
| Hawaii | 1 | $50,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $25,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of Central OC | Charitable | $800,000 |
| Laura's House | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Pacific Symphony | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of OC | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Second Harvest of OC | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Orangewood Childrens Fdn | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Community Action Partnership OC | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Casa | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| ST Joseph Hospital FDN | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Maui County Food Bank | Charitable | $50,000 |
| OC Rescue Mission | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Friendly Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Pathways of Hope | Charitable | $50,000 |
| CHOC Childrens Fdn | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Grandma's House of Hope | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Orange County Comm Fdn OCCF | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Rooster Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Colettes Children's Home | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Gallatin Valley Food Bank | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Laguna Food Pantry | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Delhi Center | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Orange Unitied Public Schools Fdn | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Project Kinship | Charitable | $20,000 |
| SPIN Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne L MacPherson
- James MacPherson
- Jeffrey MacPherson
Questions people ask
Does The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne L MacPherson (Pres/CEO/Dir), James MacPherson (CFO/Sec/Dir) and Jeffrey MacPherson (V.Pres./Dir).
What does The Joe MacPherson Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, food and hunger and health.