The Moca Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Moca Foundation is a private foundation in Gilroy, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $511,657. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$511,657
- Assets$25.9 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
83% 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 | $2.0 million | 15 | $22.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 8 | $24.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 9 | $25.9 million |
How to apply
The Moca 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 Moca Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $1.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Discretionary Grants | $511,657 |
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Discretionary Grants | $400,000 |
| Lucile Packard Fdn for Children's H | Pediatric Endocrinology | $40,000 |
| Cancer CAREpoint Inc | Urgent Care & Pediatric Care Pilot | $30,000 |
| Human Investment Project Inc | Home Sharing Program | $30,000 |
| Individual | Volunteer Services & Employment Services Program for Women | $25,000 |
| Individual | Summer Internship Program | $25,000 |
| Marin Museum of Contemporary Art | Community Programs | $25,000 |
| Adventist Health System-West | Community Wellness Clinic | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary L Bianco
- Alexandra Morgan
- Carol Duffield
- Claudia Looney
- May van Scherrenburg
- James Brescia
- Rob Fletcher
Questions people ask
Does The Moca Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Moca Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Moca Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary L Bianco (Trustee/Pres), Alexandra Morgan (Trustee), Carol Duffield (Trustee/Tres) and Claudia Looney (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Moca Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.