Empowering Communities
Through Giving
Tellone Charitable Fund - Founded by Dead Tellone ,
The President and CEO of Tellone Financial Services
The Tellone Charitable Fund is dedicated to making a positive impact on lives across our community and beyond. Founded by Dean Tellone, we channel passion for helping others into meaningful action.
$125K+
Donated
11+
Organizations
Countless
Lives Touched
“It is in giving that we receive. This guiding principle inspires us every day.”
Our Impact
Since its inception, the Tellone Charitable Fund has contributed over $132,800 to a variety of worthy causes. Each gift, whether large or small, is given with heart and purpose.
$132,800+
Total Donated to Worthy Causes
Faith
San Antonio de Padua del Canon Church
$35,000
Supporting Dean’s local parish community in Anaheim Hills, fostering faith-based outreach and services.
Community
Catholic Charities of Orange County
$25,000
Aiding vulnerable families and individuals across Orange County, reflecting our commitment to compassion and social service
Advocacy
Investor Choice Advocates Network (ICAN)
$20,000
Championing fair access to capital markets, aligning with our belief in economic opportunity and advocacy.
Children
Shine 4 Good Inc
$13,950
Uplifting children with disabilities, funding programs that bring hope and support to kids with special needs.
Culture
Kamakani Komohana
$12,000
Preserving and promoting Polynesian cultural arts for young people, celebrating diversity and community through dance and music.
Education
Junípero Serra High School
$6,500
Giving back to Dean’s own high school alma mater, enhancing educational resources for the next generation.
Health
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
$5,000
Supporting medical research and families affected by cystic fibrosis, helping to fight and ultimately cure this challenging disease.
Veterans
Wounded Warrior Project
$5,000
Assisting wounded veterans in their recovery and transition to civilian life, honoring those who have served our country.
Mental Health
With Hope (Amber Craig Memorial Foundation)
$5,000
Promoting youth suicide prevention and mental health awareness in schools, spreading hope to at-risk teens.
Life Services
International Life Services
$1,000
Supporting life-affirming family services and counseling for those in need, reinforcing the value of every human life.
Educational Support
Dino Tellone Scholarship
$2,600.00
Supporting academic excellence and leadership development for students pursuing higher education goals across the United States.
Educational Support
Dean Tellone Scholarship
$2,600.00
Recognizing outstanding students who demonstrate both academic achievement and community involvement in their educational journey.
Educational Support
Tellone Financial Services Scholarship
$2,600.00
Investing in the next generation of leaders through educational support and mentorship opportunities for deserving students.
Every contribution tells a story of caring. From funding scholarships that nurture educational dreams to supporting health charities that save lives, from strengthening our faith and local community to honoring veterans and children in need, the Tellone Charitable Fund stands as a testament to the power of giving back. Together, we are making a difference – one donation at a time, one life at a time.
About Our Founder
Dean Tellone’s journey from college student to business leader to philanthropist exemplifies the belief that with success comes the responsibility to give back.
Our Founder's Vision and Mission
Dino “Dean” Tellone has always believed in the importance of helping others. After building a successful career in finance as President and CEO of Tellone Financial Services (which he founded in 1975), Dean turned his focus toward philanthropy as a way to give back to the community that shaped him.
A proud graduate of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Dean knows firsthand the value of education and opportunity. His own journey – from college student to business leader – inspired him to establish the Tellone Charitable Fund as a channel for his family’s philanthropic efforts.
What ties all of these initiatives together is Dean Tellone’s heartfelt philosophy: success means nothing unless you can share it with others. Raised with strong values of faith, family, and community, Dean approaches giving not as charity alone but as an investment in people.
Dean's Journey
1975
Founded Tellone Financial Services
Dean established his financial services company, beginning his successful career in finance.
Cal Poly
Graduated from Cal Poly Pomona
Dean's educational foundation that shaped his understanding of business and opportunity.
Present
Established Charitable Fund
Channeling success into meaningful philanthropy with over $125,000 in donations.
Financial Education Supporting Future Leaders
Through “Mastering Finance with Dean Tellone,” we extend our commitment to education beyond scholarships to comprehensive financial literacy. Dean shares essential financial knowledge covering everything from basic budgeting and investment principles to advanced wealth management strategies. These educational resources align with our mission of empowering the next generation with the financial knowledge needed for lifelong success. Each episode represents our dedication to creating informed, financially responsible future leaders.
Listen and learn—because financial education is the foundation of lasting success.
Our Core Values
Education First
Believing in the power of education to transform lives and create opportunities.
Community Focus
Supporting local organizations and initiatives that strengthen our communities.
Faith & Values
Guided by strong moral principles and commitment to helping those in need.
Strategic Giving
Making thoughtful donations that create lasting, meaningful impact.
Global Perspective
Supporting causes that address diverse needs across different communities.
A Legacy of Caring and Future Initiatives
Looking ahead, the Tellone Charitable Fund is committed to growing its impact for years to come. Dean envisions expanding our educational support, exploring partnerships with additional local charities, and ensuring the Fund becomes a sustainable force for good. In the future, Dean hopes to involve even more like-minded individuals and families in this mission, growing a network of generosity that outlives any single person’s efforts.
Tellone Charitable Fund is a philanthropic initiative led by Dean C. Tellone. All donations are made through the Tellone family’s charitable fund and directed to IRS-approved 501(c)(3) organizations or qualified educational institutions.
Get In Touch
We invite you to share in this vision of lasting positive change. Thank you for being part of our journey to build a brighter, kinder world.
Contact Information
Phone
(714) 998-2290
Location
Anaheim Hills, California
Response Time
We typically respond within 48 hours