Deakin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Deakin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Paradise Valley, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $187,800 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$187,800
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $225,700 the year before.
64% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,700 | 10 | $840,203 |
| 2024 | $187,800 | 11 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Deakin 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 Deakin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 4 | $86,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $350 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley Church Orphanage | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Home for Our Troops | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $50,000 |
| North County First Step House | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $35,000 |
| The Foster Alliance - Arizona Helping Hands | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $20,000 |
| House of Refuge | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Brigham Young University - Pathway Worldwide | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $1,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Boys Town | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $350 |
| St Joseph Indian School | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $250 |
| St Judes Hospital | To assist the non profit activity of the organization. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John Deakin Sr
- Linda Deakin
- Shelley Thompson
- John Deakin Jr
Questions people ask
Does Deakin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Deakin Family Foundation give?
$187,800 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Deakin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Deakin Sr (President), Linda Deakin (Vice President), Shelley Thompson (Secretary) and John Deakin Jr (Treasurer).
What does Deakin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.