Avalos Foundation
Accepts applications
Avalos Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$45,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$997,721
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $53,000 | 5 | $841,908 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 4 | $493,914 |
| 2025 | $45,500 | 6 | $997,721 |
How to apply
| Contact | Arnoldo Avalos 19 Greens Lane, Pleasanton, CA 94566 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (650) 796-5175, avalosfoundation@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Application form and instructions can be found on the avalos foundation website https://avalosfoundation.org. The application is to be submitted along with a personal statement addressing family background, scholarship achievements, educational / career goals, financial need, and any other relevant information. Please also include a list of all extracurricular and community activities. |
| Deadlines | Submission deadline is to be determined. |
| Restrictions | Applicant must be accepted to and attend a university of California, achieve a 3.5 gpa or better, prove financial need, have worked at any tie during high school, and must be a resident of colusa, tehema, glenn, butte, sutter or yuba county or city of pleasanton, California |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Avalos Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $42,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | To provide scholarships to low-income students | $29,000 |
| Individual | To provide scholarships to low-income students | $11,000 |
| Georgetown University | To provide scholarships to low-income students | $2,000 |
| San Francisco Grid Club | To provide scholarships to low-income students | $1,500 |
| Stanford University | To provide scholarships to low-income students | $1,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To provide scholarships to low-income students | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arnoldo Avalos
- Alma Avalos
Questions people ask
Does Avalos Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submission deadline is to be determined..
How much does Avalos Foundation give?
$45,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Avalos Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arnoldo Avalos (President) and Alma Avalos (Secretary).
What does Avalos Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.