The Martha Olson-fernandez Foundation
The Martha Olson-Fernandez Foundation (MOFF) is a San Luis Obispo, CA–based 501(c)(3) that funds ALS research nationally and provides patient care and financial assistance on California's Central Coast. The site lists EIN 45-4983912 and describes annual grantmaking and patient programs.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Mid‑ to small-sized nonprofit organizations focused on ALS research or direct ALS patient care, especially those serving California's Central Coast, or national ALS research programs with clear research credentials.
Good Fit
- • Primary mission is ALS research or ALS patient care.
- • Programs or patients served are on California's Central Coast or otherwise demonstrably benefit local ALS patients.
- • Is a registered 501(c)(3) and can provide proof of tax‑exempt status.
- • Seeks grants in the roughly $10K–$30K range.
- • Can submit a written, mailed request and engage with a named program contact on a rolling timeline.
Geography
The latest year’s grants were exclusively in California; while the foundation made some out‑of‑state research awards in 2022, recent giving is dominated by in‑state support.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funds a small number of independent recipients each year (two in the latest year, four in 2022) and shows turnover rather than a single repeat beneficiary, indicating a modestly varied portfolio for a small private foundation.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of new recipients appears in recent years and the foundation publishes application guidance, a rolling deadline, and a named program contact; based on this combination, unfamiliar applicants have a plausible public route to apply.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
