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The Ameritino Foundation is a private corporation based in VISTA, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2009. The principal officer is Michael B Lopez. It holds total assets of $2.5M. Annual income is reported at $1.9M. Total assets have grown from $1.5M in 2011 to $2.3M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California and Alabama. According to available records, The Ameritino Foundation has made 74 grants totaling $248K, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $22K in 2020 to $53K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $173K distributed across 46 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $8K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 41 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, District of Columbia, Virginia, which account for 95% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$4K
Based on 10 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Ameritino Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 74 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, DC, VA.
The Ameritino Foundation has distributed a total of $248K across 74 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $8K.
The Ameritino Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Ameritino Foundation is headquartered in VISTA, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leanne Debora | PRESIDENT | $25K | $0 | $25K |
| Zeke Lopez | DIRECTOR & LEGAL COUNSEL | $12K | $0 | $12K |
| Michael Bravo Lopez | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$99K
Total Assets
$2.3M
Fair Market Value
$2.3M
Net Worth
$2.3M
Grants Paid
$53K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$39K
Distribution Amount
$106K
Total Grants
74
Total Giving
$248K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
41
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children'S HospitalGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Galilee CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Mecca, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| North County Lgbtq Resource CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Oceanside, CA | $4K | 2023 |
| Mama'S KitchenGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $4K | 2023 |
| Cardiff Soccer LeagueGENERAL SUPPORT | Cardiff, CA | $4K | 2023 |
| American Friends Service CommitteeGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $4K | 2023 |
| Emilio Nares FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Straight From The HeartGENERAL SUPPORT | San Marcos, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Elementary Institute Of ScienceGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| San Marcos High SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | San Marcos, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Alabaster Jar ProjectGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Rancho Buena Vista High SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | Vista, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of San MarcosGENERAL SUPPORT | San Marcos, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Catholic Community FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Border KindnessGENERAL SUPPORT | El Centro, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Sacred Heart ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | El Paso, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| House Of MexicoGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| San Elijo Middle SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | San Marcos, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| San Diego Food BankGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $8K | 2022 |
| Foundation For Women WarriorsGENERAL SUPPORT | Vista, CA | $6K | 2022 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of San Diego CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Doors Of ChangeGENERAL SUPPORT | Cardiff, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Attack SoccerGENERAL SUPPORT | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Boys To Men Mentoring NetworkGENERAL SUPPORT | Spring Valley, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Hogar InfantilGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| League Of United Latin American Citizens (Uvalde Fund)GENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| Rady Children'S HospitalGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| CaritasGENERAL SUPPORT | Alexandria, VA | $5K | 2022 |
| Solana Beach Presbyterian ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Solana Beach, CA | $4K | 2022 |
| San Marcos PromiseGENERAL SUPPORT | San Marcos, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| San Diego Council On LiteracyGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Barrio Logan College InstituteGENERAL SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $3K | 2022 |
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