Lisette and Michael Farrell Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyLA Jolla, California · EIN 83-2428772 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$67K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$5,500
Total assets$2.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $25,000.
From the return
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
57% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston College | Chestnut Hill, MA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Las Patronas | LA Jolla, CA | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Mary Star of the Sea | LA Jolla, CA | General purpose | $5,500 |
| Miles Christi | South Lyon, MI | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | San Diego, CA | General purpose | $500 |
| The Givengain Foundation | Boston, MA | General purpose | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $67,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $86,640 | 12 |
| 2023 | $35,450 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611219349101241
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-2428772
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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