The Modglin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Modglin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Villa Park, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $225,178. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$225,178
- Assets$13.9 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.7 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 | $2.4 million | 68 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 36 | $14.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 37 | $13.9 million |
How to apply
The Modglin 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 Modglin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California. It also paid $172,900 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $851,731 |
| Colorado | 3 | $143,844 |
| Georgia | 5 | $63,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $55,800 |
| Virginia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Guidelines International Ministries | India Project | $225,178 |
| Joni Friends | Legacy Retreat | $225,000 |
| Know the Truth | End-of-Year Matching Challenge | $200,000 |
| The Lighthouse Foundation | Building Construction | $147,000 |
| Individual | Account #31850 Radio Vida in Spain | $127,844 |
| Kindred Community Church | Take the Hill Building Project | $110,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 Deaf Ministry, $20,000 People Groups Needing Their First Scripture, $20,000 Missionary in Need Fund | $26,000 |
| Terra Yito - Displaced Orphans Intl | Ministry Support | $25,900 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | Human Trafficking & Child Exploitation | $25,000 |
| Barmabas - Muno Fund NCF | General Operating Fund | $24,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Where Most Needed | $20,000 |
| Persecution Project Foundation | General Operating Fund | $20,000 |
| Individual | Children's Heart Project | $20,000 |
| The voice of the Martyrs | Persecuted Christians in India | $20,000 |
| Timothy II Heart of the Father Life | Land for orphange in Uganda | $20,000 |
| Individual | Where most needed | $15,500 |
| Avant Ministries | General Operating Fund | $10,000 |
| Connections Prison Ministry | General Operating Fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | Well women checkups | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Operating Fund | $10,000 |
| Reaching People Far From God | Mercy Indonesia children | $10,000 |
| Arms of Love International | Ministery support | $10,000 |
| Great Oak Equine Assisted Programs | Where Most Needed | $10,000 |
| Kids Alive International | Guatamala Construction Project | $10,000 |
| Lifesong for Orphans | Where most needed | $10,000 |
| Individual | Where most needed | $10,000 |
| Individual | Where most needed | $10,000 |
| Mission to the World | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Extreme Response International | Mundo Fund - Philippines and Ministry Support | $9,000 |
| Individual | Ministry | $6,000 |
| Individual | General Operating Support | $5,053 |
| Alert Academy | Scholardhip Fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Operating Fund | $5,000 |
| Logos Classical Academy | General Operating Fund | $5,000 |
| Teen Mission International | Ministry support | $4,800 |
| SAT-7 | Ministry Support | $3,000 |
| B4 Sports Leadership Academy | Volleyball | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Grace M Modglin
- Sharon Marino
- Steven Modglin
Questions people ask
Does The Modglin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Modglin Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Modglin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Grace M Modglin (Presidend/Sec), Sharon Marino (V. President) and Steven Modglin (V. President).
What does The Modglin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and youth programs.