Gary and Barbara Marsella Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyFresno, California · EIN 77-0442482 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin Memorial High School | Fresno, CA | General fund charitable contribution. | $45,000 |
| Saint Helen's School | Fresno, CA | General fund charitable contribution. | $20,000 |
| Marjoree Mason Center | Fresno, CA | General fund charitable contribution. | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Fresno | Fresno, CA | General fund charitable contribution. | $10,000 |
| Sequoia Council Boys Scouts of Amer | Fresno, CA | General fund charitable contribution. | $5,000 |
| Fresno High School Senate Scholarsh | Fresno, CA | To be used for the Scholarship Programs at Fresno High School. | $2,500 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($17,900). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $110,400 | 9 |
| 2024 | $107,900 | 9 |
| 2023 | $99,400 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641229349100624
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0442482
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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