Viole Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Viole Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $126,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $75,000. 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$126,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $111,000 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $111,000 | 18 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $126,000 | 20 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Viole 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 Viole Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $123,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford | To guide nurture and enhance spiritual religious and ethical life within the Stanford University community | $75,000 |
| Keck School of Medicine | Research and education | $30,000 |
| Marlborough Fund | Raise funds to bridge gap between tuition fees and actual costs | $5,000 |
| Childrens Hosp la | Childrens Hospital Los Angeles treats children throughout Southern California | $2,500 |
| Library Fdn la | Supports and enriches the capabilities resources and services of the Los Angeles Public Library | $2,500 |
| Parents for Carpenter | Charitable Contribution | $2,500 |
| LA Mission | Support Feeding housing rehabilitating the needy and homeless | $1,000 |
| St Vincent Meals on Wheels | To prepare and deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors and other vulnerable residents across Los Angeles regardless of age illness disability race religion or ability to pay | $1,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Help homeless men and women | $1,000 |
| Amer Red Cross la Region | helping victims of disaster and providing programs and services that help our community | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Doctors Without Borders teams deliver emergency medical aid to people in crisis with humanitarian projects in more than 75 countries | $500 |
| Goodwill Southern California | Enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by strengthening communities | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Grea | The Los Angeles Habitat for Humanity helps people who can not afford a traditional house in LA | $500 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Fdn | To deliver through a new toy at Christmas a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible productive patriotic citizens | $500 |
| Paralyzed Vets of Am | Maximize the quality of life for our disabled veterans | $500 |
| Project Angel Food | Prepares and delivers nutritious meals to homebound elderly and other vulnerable residents within a 43-square-mile target area of Los Angeles California | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | To feed to clothe to comfort to care | $500 |
| The USO | Provide morale welfare and recreation to military and families | $500 |
| UNICEF USA | Supporting UNICEF USA helps children in need worldwide | $500 |
| United Way of Greater la | United Way improves lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ynez V O'Neill-Deceased in 2025
- Robern Allan T Zorilla
- Bernardita T Zorilla
Questions people ask
Does Viole Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Viole Family Foundation give?
$126,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Viole Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ynez V O'Neill-Deceased in 2025 (Trustee), Robern Allan T Zorilla (Trustee) and Bernardita T Zorilla (Trustee).
What does Viole Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.