Panetta Villareal Foundation
Accepts applications
Panetta Villareal Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,014 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$260,014
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $570,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $565,000 | 3 | $36,018 |
| 2024 | $570,000 | 3 | $39,145 |
| 2025 | $260,014 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Marcela Panetta 5446 N Mesa St Ste E2, El Paso, TX 79912 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (915) 587-8885, mapanetta@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Electronically |
| Deadlines | Ongoing |
What Panetta Villareal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $240,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $20,014 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Church Restoration | To improve and restore sacred heart church | $100,000 |
| Individual | To expand museum experiences for the community | $100,000 |
| El Paso Symphony Orchestra | To support artistic performances | $40,000 |
| Jsri Loyola University | To support the mission of the universtiy | $20,014 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcela Panetta
- Miguel Panetta
- Elisa Panetta
- Victoria Panetta
Questions people ask
Does Panetta Villareal Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Ongoing.
How much does Panetta Villareal Foundation give?
$260,014 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs Panetta Villareal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marcela Panetta (President), Miguel Panetta (Director), Elisa Panetta (Director) and Victoria Panetta (Secretary).
What does Panetta Villareal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.