Private foundation · Petaluma, CA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
The Barella Family Foundation
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $15K
- Typical grant
- $15K to $15K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $15K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 2 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $24K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $639K | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $24K | $15K | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- John and andrea barella · petaluma · 7077632891
- What to send
- Letter explaining charitable purpose, proof of exempt status, other materials including relevant information regarding the organization and its use of funds, and contact information.
- Deadlines
- November 15th for calendar year requested
Next one: Nov 15, 2026 if the dates haven't changed since its 2023 filing
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- John BarellaChairperson
- Andrea BarellaTrustee
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- To cover treatment, travel, and housing cost for families
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | To cover treatment, travel, and housing cost for families | $15K |