The Molina Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Molina Family Foundation is a private foundation in South Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$45.3 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $2.0 million | 49 | $41.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 40 | $45.3 million |
How to apply
The Molina 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 Molina Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 23 | $515,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $405,000 |
| New York | 4 | $89,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $70,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $60,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Ladies Association | Operating support and exhibit renovation | $200,000 |
| United States of Care Campaign | Operating support and dei capacity building | $200,000 |
| Young Invincibles | Operating support | $75,000 |
| Community Catalyst | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Families USA | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Justice in Aging | Operating support | $50,000 |
| National Audubon Society | Support of audubon center at debs park | $50,000 |
| The Ojai Valley Land Conservancy | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Alpha Project for the Homeless | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Aztlan Athletics Foundation | Operating support | $25,000 |
| California Competes | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Campaign for College Opportunity | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Central Union Mission | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Henry E Huntington Library & Art Gallery | Silver circle annual membership | $25,000 |
| Little Owl Foundation for Childhood Education Inc | Operating support | $25,000 |
| San Diego Community College District | Basic needs centers | $25,000 |
| So Others Might Eat | Operating support | $25,000 |
| The Kind Mouse | Operating support | $25,000 |
| The Molina Foundation | Support for book buddies program | $25,000 |
| The New York Academy of Medicine | 2024 gala (all benefits declined) | $25,000 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Shorecrest Preparatory School Inc | Operating support | $20,500 |
| A New Way of Life Reentry Project | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Escondido Creek Conservancy | Operatingsupport | $15,000 |
| For the City Inc | Building beds initiative | $13,000 |
| The Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Inc | Operating support | $12,000 |
| Fastfriends Greyhound Adoption | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Fastfriends Greyhound Adoption of California Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop | Operating support | $10,000 |
| I Stand With My Pack | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Operation Surf | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Santa Cruz Barrios Unidos | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Tech Kids Unlimited Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| A Reason to Survive | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Art Reach | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Caterina's Club | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Pug Nation Rescue of Los Angeles | Operating support | $5,000 |
| R-Dogs | Operating support | $5,000 |
| New York Road Runners Inc | Carley befeler for team for kids: $3,000adam befeler for team for kids: $1,500 | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph M Molina
- Therese Molina
- David Molina
- Carley Befeler
- Mary Clare Molina
- Colleen Troussel
Questions people ask
Does The Molina Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Molina Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Molina Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph M Molina (President), Therese Molina (Treasurer), David Molina (Vice President) and Carley Befeler (Assistant Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Molina Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and human services.