Our Blessed Mother
Preselected recipients only
Our Blessed Mother is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,800 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $27,400 and the largest $50,000. 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$54,800
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$27,400
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $78,200 the year before.
50% 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 | $50,700 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $78,200 | 15 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $54,800 | 2 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Our Blessed Mother 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 Our Blessed Mother funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $4,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Reaching Out Witness Now | General support | $50,000 |
| Chaldean Federation of America (Adopt A Refugee) | Adopt a refugee family | $4,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Lena Tailo
- Ken Tailo
- Narsai Tailo
- Deena Tailo
Questions people ask
Does Our Blessed Mother accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Our Blessed Mother give?
$54,800 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $27,400.
Who runs Our Blessed Mother?
Its 2025 filing lists Lena Tailo (Secretary/Director), Ken Tailo (President/Director), Narsai Tailo (Treasurer/Director) and Deena Tailo (Executive Director).
What does Our Blessed Mother fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.