Naleo Educational Fund
NALEO Educational Fund is a nonpartisan nonprofit that facilitates Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. Its IRS filing identifies it as a public charity and lists Monterey Park, California, as its location.
Naleo Educational Fund at a glance
In short: Naleo Educational Fund gave $694K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $41K), top state Texas. 18% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $694,165
- -9.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- -15.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $40,833
- +6.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,800
- Total assets
- $7,734,131
- -3.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 18% first-time grantees (3 of 17, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Texas (39% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Naleo Educational Fund
- Contact
Mailing address: 1000 Corporate Center Drive Ste, Monterey Park, CA 91754
Phone: (213) 747-7606
Website: https://naleo.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Naleo Educational Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Bonding Against Adversity Inc ($193K). Together the top 10 received $609K.
Grant Size Distribution
159 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 129 grants of 159 (81%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to recipients in Texas (39% of grant dollars), New York (33%), Florida (16%), North Carolina (8%), and California (4%). The filing also describes New Americans Campaign partner organizations in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, Maryland, New York, California, and Nevada.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Naleo Educational Fund open to new grantees?
18%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 17 grantees (18%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $24K; repeat grants $45K. How we count
Medians: $27K first-time, $21K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $577K (2022) to $1.8M (2020). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $694K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bonding Against Adversity Inc Houston, TX | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $192,700 |
| Dominicanos USA Bronx, NY | Voter Registration Services & Naturalization Application Assistance | $91,791 |
| RF CUNY Citizenship Now New York, NY | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $82,002 |
| Hispanic Unity of Florida Hollywood, FL | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $66,875 |
| Bakerripley Houston, TX | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $39,100 |
| Proyecto Inmigrante ICS Inc Grand Prairie, TX | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $35,750 |
| Florida Immigrant Coalition Miami, FL | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $32,500 |
| Make the Road States (MRNY) Brooklyn, NY | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $26,797 |
| Mi CASA Winston-Salem, NC | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $20,800 |
| Make the Road New York (MRNY) Brooklyn, NY | Naturaliztion Application Assistance | $20,789 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,734,131 | $11,944,416 | $12,027,492 | $694,165 | 17 | $284,668 |
| 2023 | $7,995,849 | $10,369,067 | $11,951,999 | $769,078 | 20 | $276,711 |
| 2022 | $8,848,688 | $10,079,749 | $12,658,121 | $577,152 | 19 | $17,326 |
| 2021 | $12,943,272 | $12,556,474 | $11,457,302 | $1,214,152 | 28 | $183,809 |
| 2020 | $11,874,717 | $10,602,822 | $13,493,716 | $1,816,555 | 75 | $6 |
| 2019 | $14,058,965 | $14,468,506 | $12,695,265 | $1,079,758 | 27 | $12 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to facilitate full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. Its 2024 filing describes programs in civic engagement—including naturalization, civic integration, and voter education and mobilization—as well as constituency services, an annual conference, and policy, research, and advocacy. Its website also describes work to promote accurate census counts, accessible naturalization, and Latino access to the ballot.
The 2024 filing says NALEO Educational Fund disburses funds to local partners through the New Americans Campaign to increase the number of eligible lawful permanent residents applying for citizenship. It reports working with subgrantees under memoranda of understanding and tracking applications assisted and submitted.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the kinds of organizations supported. Bonding Against Adversity says it provides citizenship preparation, application assistance, and representation. Dominicanos USA describes its mission as increasing Dominicans’ participation in civic life through empowerment, education, and civic participation. Hispanic Unity of Florida says it serves immigrant communities through programs and services. Other grantees’ stated missions include connecting residents with resources and education (BakerRipley), serving Spanish-speaking communities through education and outreach (MI CASA), and building strong and healthy Latino communities (Centro CHA).
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, NALEO Educational Fund reported 17 grants totaling $694,165. Grants ranged from $8,500 to $192,700, with a median of $20,800. The largest awards included $192,700 to Bonding Against Adversity in Houston for naturalization application assistance; $91,791 to Dominicanos USA in the Bronx for voter registration services and naturalization application assistance; and $82,002 to CUNY Citizenship Now in New York for naturalization application assistance. Other large awards included $66,875 to Hispanic Unity of Florida, $39,100 to BakerRipley, and $35,750 to Proyecto Inmigrante ICS, each for naturalization application assistance.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Alejandra Sotelo-Solis as chair, Rick R. Olivarez as treasurer, and Mary Gonzalez as secretary. Listed board members are Ruben Barrales, Lisa Y. Calderon, Diego Espinoza, Bonnie Garcia, Emilio Gonzalez, Claudia M. Frometa, and Paula Lutes.
Naleo Educational Fund is led by Arturo Vargas, Chief Executive Officer on every filing since 2019; 8 of 20 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Arturo Vargas
Chief Executive Officer
On filings since 2019
30 hrs/week
$184K (2019) → $234K (2024)
Alejandra Sotelo-Solis
Chair
Board Member → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angela Weimer
National Director of Hr
Employee → National Director of Hr, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$144K (2022) → $152K (2024)
Rosita Ramirez
National Director of Constituency Services
Employee → National Director of Constituency Services, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$139K (2022) → $155K (2024)
Juan C. Vargas
Chief Financial Officer
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$131K (2020) → $206K (2024)
Rosalind Gold
Chief Public Policy Officer
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$147K (2020) → $208K (2024)
Amanda N. Bosquez
Chief Communications Officer
Employee → Chief Communications Officer, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$168K (2022) → $175K (2024)
Dave Montez
Chief Development Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$195K (2024)
Erica Martinez
Chief Operations Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$209K (2024)
Bonnie Garcia
Board Member
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Diego Espinoza
Board Member
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary Gonzalez
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rick R. Olivarez
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Emilio Gonzalez
Board Member
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ruben Barrales
Board Member
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Luis Rosero
Board Member
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Armando Rodriguez
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Claudia M. Frometa
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Y. Calderon
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paula Lutes
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (20)
- Former: Carlos E. Tobon (2019–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Erica Bernal-Martinez (2019–2023) — Chief Operating Officer
- Former: Mara Candelaria Reardon (2019–2023) — Chair
- Former: Michelle Mancias (2019–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Ricardo Lara (2019–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Pauline Medrano (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Peggy Muller-Aragon (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Jose R. Carrillo (2022–2023) — Employee
- Former: Juan I. Rosa (2022–2023) — Employee
- Former: Lubby Navarro (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Mario Beovides (2022–2023) — Employee
- Former: Pep Valdes (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Azalea M. Candelaria (2023) — Former Director
- Former: Daniel Ramirez (2022) — Employee
- Former: John Duran (2019–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Joseph Valdes (2019–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Jessica R. Herrera-Flanigan (2019–2020) — Board Member
- Former: Karyn Pina (2019–2020) — Chief Strategy Officer
- Former: Rene' Garcia (2019–2020) — Board Member
- Former: Angela Manso (2019) — Employee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $234K, to Arturo Vargas (Chief Executive Officer). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Naleo Educational Fund
How much does Naleo Educational Fund give each year?
Naleo Educational Fund gave $694K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $769K across 20 grants.
What is Naleo Educational Fund's typical grant size?
Naleo Educational Fund's median grant in 2024 was $20,800, and its average grant was $40,833, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Naleo Educational Fund that year got $24K on average.
Where does Naleo Educational Fund give grants?
Naleo Educational Fund's top state is Texas, with 39% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were New York (33%) and Florida (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (2 grants), New York, NY (2 grants), Brooklyn, NY (2 grants) and Charlotte, NC (2 grants).
Does Naleo Educational Fund give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 17 grants with a stated purpose on Naleo Educational Fund's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Naturaliztion Application Assistance" (16 grants).
Who are Naleo Educational Fund's largest grantees?
Naleo Educational Fund's largest 2024 grantees include Bonding Against Adversity Inc ($192,700), Dominicanos USA ($91,791) and RF CUNY Citizenship Now ($82,002), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Naleo Educational Fund?
Naleo Educational Fund reported $7.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $11.9M.
What does Naleo Educational Fund fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to facilitate full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Naleo Educational Fund?
Naleo Educational Fund has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check naleo.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Naleo Educational Fund's EIN?
Naleo Educational Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1212849. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 23, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 1, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 23, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS July 9, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 11, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Naleo Educational Fund funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/naleo-educational-fund-morg_03d5a97089194a7d83aa19d8e3355e2e
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