The Madison Foundation for Families Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Madison Foundation for Families Inc is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $392,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$392,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $491,500 the year before.
56% 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 | $119,500 | 10 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $491,500 | 11 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $392,500 | 11 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Madison Foundation for Families 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $385,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | General and unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels | General and unrestricted | $101,000 |
| Paws for Life K9 Rescue | General & unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Backhausdance | General and unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Our Lady Queen of Angels | General & unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Individual | General and unrestricted | $6,000 |
| The CDM Foundation | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Unconditional Rescue | General and unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Cure Duchenne Foundation | General and unconditional | $2,500 |
| National Ability Center | General and unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lois Madison
- Nicole Madison
Questions people ask
Does The Madison Foundation for Families Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Madison Foundation for Families Inc give?
$392,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Madison Foundation for Families Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lois Madison (President) and Nicole Madison (Vice President).