The Grado Foundation
The Grado Foundation is a private foundation based in Tucson, Arizona. Its 2025 filing reports 18 grants totaling $77,154, all designated for general support in the listed awards.
The Grado Foundation at a glance
In short: The Grado Foundation gave $77K across 18 grants in 2025 (avg $4K), top state Texas. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $77,154
- +68.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 18
- +157.1% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $4,286
- -34.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $691,854
- +581.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Texas (36% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Grado Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Its filing says the president has authority to approve and make charitable contributions. It lists no required form or materials and states that the foundation’s property is dedicated to the purposes set forth in its bylaws and articles of incorporation.
- Contact
Application contact: Mark Grado Jr
Mailing address: 2350 W Limewood Ave, Tucson, AZ 85755
Phone: (520) 820-4290
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Grado Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Ronald Reagan High School Band Parents Association ($15K). Together the top 10 received $66K.
Grant Size Distribution
27 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 27 grants of 27 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Texas (36%), Arizona (28%), California (18%), Missouri (9%), and Indiana (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Grado Foundation gives
- 12% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 209% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 616% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). 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 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $25K (2022) to $77K (2025). In 2025 it made 18 grants totaling $77K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan High School Band Parents Association San Antonio, TX | General Support. | $15,000 |
| Ironwood Ridge Theater Tuscon, AZ | General Support. | $7,700 |
| The Exploratorium San Francisco, CA | General Support. | $7,500 |
| Zion City Care Tuscon, AZ | General Support. | $7,500 |
| Burned Out Survivors Fund San Antonio, TX | General Support. | $7,500 |
| James Madison High School Bandflags Parent Asan Antonio, TX | General Support. | $5,000 |
| Claws and Paws Tuscon, AZ | General Support. | $5,000 |
| Music for All Inc Indianapolis, IN | General Support. | $5,000 |
| PTA Missorui Congress Aka Alfred L Renner PTA Kansas City, MO | General Support. | $3,500 |
| Charitable Child Fund Inc Beverly Hills, CA | General Support. | $2,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $691,854 | $266,873 | $195,855 | $77,154 | 18 | $166,705 | $27,073 |
| 2024 | $101,593 | — | $69,520 | $45,900 | 7 | $69,520 | $7,540 |
| 2023 | $171,113 | — | $37,199 | $25,000 | 1 | $37,199 | $10,183 |
| 2022 | $208,312 | $233,342 | $25,030 | $25,000 | 1 | $25,000 | $428 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Grado Foundation reported a distributable amount of $27K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including a high school band parents association, a science learning institution, an organization assisting people and families in need, a music organization, and a soccer league.
The Ronald Reagan High School Band Parents Association describes its work as providing equipment, professional training, entry fees, and logistical support for three bands serving approximately 300 musicians and students. The Exploratorium describes itself as a public learning laboratory exploring science, art, and human perception. Burned Out Survivors Fund states that its mission is to assist individuals and families in need. Music For All says its mission is to create, provide, and expand positively life-changing experiences through music. Peninsula Soccer League describes its mission as developing well-rounded individuals through competitive soccer.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation gave $77,154 through 18 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $15,000, with a median of $3,000. The largest listed award was $15,000 to the Ronald Reagan High School Band Parents Association in San Antonio, Texas. Other notable grants included $7,700 to Ironwood Ridge Theater and $7,500 each to the Exploratorium, Zion City Care, and Burned Out Survivors Fund.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Mark Grado Jr as president and treasurer, Nathan Asaro as chairperson of the board, and Bryan Denver Chacosky as secretary.
The Grado Foundation is led by Mark Grado Jr., President & Treasurer since 2025 (on filings since 2022); 1 of 3 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Mark Grado Jr.
President & Treasurer
President → President & Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$58K (2025)
Nathan Asaro
Chairperson of the Board
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bryan Denver Chacosky
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Kayla Maxey (2022–2024) — Co-President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $58K, to Mark Grado Jr (President & Treasurer).
Frequently asked questions about The Grado Foundation
How much does The Grado Foundation give each year?
The Grado Foundation gave $77K across 18 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $46K across 7 grants.
What is The Grado Foundation's typical grant size?
The Grado Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $3,000, and its average grant was $4,286, across 18 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Grado Foundation give grants?
The Grado Foundation's top state is Texas, with 36% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Arizona (28%) and California (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tuscon, AZ (3 grants), San Antonio, TX (2 grants), Kansas City, MO (2 grants) and San Diego, CA (2 grants).
Does The Grado Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Grado Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (18 of 18) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Grado Foundation's largest grantees?
The Grado Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Ronald Reagan High School Band Parents Association ($15,000), Ironwood Ridge Theater ($7,700) and The Exploratorium ($7,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 39% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Grado Foundation?
The Grado Foundation reported $692K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $167K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $27K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Grado Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including a high school band parents association, a science learning institution, an organization assisting people and families in need, a music organization, and a soccer league. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Grado Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Grado Foundation's EIN?
The Grado Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-2035169. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2025.
Does The Grado Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Grado Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-grado-foundation-morg_3d6a4e1fb6174297b381880217d61fa0
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