Dame Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dame Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mesa, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,049 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $4,824 and the largest $34,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$250,049
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$4,824
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $239,148 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $174,620 | 24 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $239,148 | 28 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $250,049 | 25 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Dame Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Dame Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Idaho. It also paid $5,426 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 6 | $76,000 |
| Utah | 4 | $54,299 |
| Washington | 1 | $30,000 |
| Iowa | 3 | $21,000 |
| California | 2 | $20,750 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $9,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,574 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana Make A Difference | Aid children in ghana | $34,000 |
| Catherine Creek Cristian Youth Camp | Programs for underprivileged youth | $30,000 |
| Angels for Angels for Sanyu | Aid for uganda | $30,000 |
| Academy for Creating Enterprise | Financial aid for developing countri | $25,000 |
| Individual | Financial aid for developing countri | $20,000 |
| Individual | Financial aid for developing countri | $20,000 |
| Brigham Young University | Scholarships | $17,799 |
| Iowa State University | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| BYU Marriott School National Adviso | Academic funding | $10,000 |
| Eastern Oregon University | Scholarships | $9,500 |
| Marshall Town Community College | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Yayasan Indonesia Alumni Fondazatio | Education in developing countries | $5,426 |
| University of Tampa | Scholarships | $4,824 |
| College of Western Idaho | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Northern Arizona University | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| University of Idaho | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| University of Northern Iowa | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| College of Idaho | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Idaho State University | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Southern Virginia University | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Utah Valley University | Scholarships | $1,500 |
| Campaign for Female Education | Female education support | $750 |
| Education Equal Hopes Org | Education for underpriveleged | $750 |
| Jaago Foundation Inc | Education for indian children | $750 |
| United Hands Relief | Relief for palestine | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Reed Dame
- Linda Dame
- Melanie Iverson
Questions people ask
Does Dame Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dame Family Foundation give?
$250,049 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $4,824.
Who runs Dame Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Reed Dame (President), Linda Dame (Vice Preside) and Melanie Iverson (Secretary).
What does Dame Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and international.