Magistro Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Magistro Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $140,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$550,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $625,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $800,000 | 24 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $625,000 | 20 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $550,000 | 19 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Paulette Simpson 1480 E Sunny Dunes Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (907) 321-0056 |
| What to submit | Request letter and tax determination letters |
| Restrictions | Health and education |
What Magistro Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $370,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $40,000 |
| Alaska | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cystinosis Research Foundation | Unrestricted general | $140,000 |
| Foundation for Physical Therapy Research | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Ctr Fdn | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Pomona Catholic High School | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| St Joseph's School | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Pomona Hope | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Cystinosis Research Network Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| United Boys & Girls Clubs | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Bricolage Academy | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Bright Prospect | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus School | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Theater Alaska | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Smart Program - Schools Mentoring Team | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Boys Republic | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| South Central Los Angeles Ministry Project | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Botanical Garden Fdn | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Swedish Medical Center Foundation | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Seadogs | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paulette Simpson
- Julia Baumgaertner
- Kevin Simpson
- Elise Magistro
- Maria Magistro-Sherry
- Ian Simpson
- Michael Baumgaertner
- Erica Simpson
- Gabriel Baumgaertner
Questions people ask
Does Magistro Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Magistro Family Foundation Inc give?
$550,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Magistro Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Paulette Simpson (President), Julia Baumgaertner (Secretary), Kevin Simpson (Treasurer) and Elise Magistro (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Magistro Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.