Peter Fogliano & Hal Lester Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyCarmel, California · EIN 81-2484193 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$92K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$933K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $5,000.
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
44% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of Florence | Washington, DC | Restoration of synagogue of florence large and small ark | $53,000 |
| Boys Republic | Chino Hills, CA | To support at-risk youth and teach skills for adulthood | $10,000 |
| Big Sur Health Center | Big Sur, CA | Support big sur community members who are uninsured or underinsured | $5,000 |
| American Liver Foundation | West Orange, NJ | Support and research for the prevention, treatment, and cure of liver disease | $5,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Monterey, CA | Support, protection, and restoration of ocean health | $5,000 |
| Rancho Cielo | Salinas, CA | Vocational training and education | $5,000 |
| Big Life Foundation | Ridgefield, WA | Protect and sustain wildlife and wild lands | $3,000 |
| Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund | Atlanta, GA | Conservation of wild gorillas | $3,000 |
| Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation | Monterey, CA | Community education for fire prevention and safety | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $92,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 |
| 2023 | $200,050 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621339349104032
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-2484193
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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