The Mc Daniel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mc Daniel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Huntington Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $242,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$242,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $260,875 the year before.
31% 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 | $199,500 | 10 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $260,875 | 15 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $242,000 | 15 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Mc Daniel 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 Mc Daniel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $163,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Free Wheelchair Mission | Donation | $100,000 |
| Berklee College of Music | Donation | $50,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $45,000 |
| The Bugle Boy Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| TX State Fiddlers Frolics | Donation | $10,000 |
| Project Hope Alliance | Donation | $5,000 |
| Dance 4 Joy Ministres | Donation | $5,000 |
| Texas Old Time Fiddlers Assoc | Donation | $5,000 |
| Free Rein Foundation | Donation | $3,000 |
| Festival Ballet Theater | Donation | $2,500 |
| Individual | Donation | $2,500 |
| United Methodist Retirement Comm | Donation | $1,000 |
| Food Share Ventura County | Donation | $1,000 |
| Orange Senior Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Boys Girls Club Ventura | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Mc Daniel
- James A White
- Nancy Newman
- Carol Barbarow
Questions people ask
Does The Mc Daniel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mc Daniel Family Foundation give?
$242,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Mc Daniel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Mc Daniel (President), James A White (Cfo), Nancy Newman (Director) and Carol Barbarow (Secretary).
What does The Mc Daniel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.