Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc
Preselected recipients only
Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,250 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$86,250
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,850 the year before.
22% 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 | $81,950 | 20 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $70,850 | 19 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $86,250 | 18 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc 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 Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 17 | $85,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank Inc | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Diocese of Savannah | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| High Museum of Art | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Schwob School of Music - Csu | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Mercymed | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Columbus River Center | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics Georgia | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Atlanta International School | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Atlanta Science Festival-Science Atl | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Columbus Museum | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Columbus Symphony Orchestra | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Feeding the Valley | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Giving Kitchen | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Uga Foundation | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Valley Rescue Mission | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $750 |
| Columbus State Food Pantry | To further the organization's exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristina Aranas Morris
- Christopher Morris
- Maria Luisa Aranas
- Alan F Rothschild Jr
- Catalina Aranas
Questions people ask
Does Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc give?
$86,250 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kristina Aranas Morris (President), Christopher Morris (Vice-President), Maria Luisa Aranas (Secretary) and Alan F Rothschild Jr (Assistant Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Fred & Catalina Aranas Family Foundinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and food and hunger.