Dawn Institute of Science & Art
Preselected recipients only
Dawn Institute of Science & Art is a private foundation in Crescent Mills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $50 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $50 and the largest $50. 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$50
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$50
- Largest grant$50
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $500 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $500 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $50 | 1 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Dawn Institute of Science & Art 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Plumas Earth Day Committee | Provide public support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Kari O'Reilly
- Susan Payne
- Sherilyn Schwartz
- Paul Mrowczynski
- Dax Albrecht
- Teryl Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does Dawn Institute of Science & Art accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dawn Institute of Science & Art give?
$50 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $50.
Who runs Dawn Institute of Science & Art?
Its 2025 filing lists Kari O'Reilly (Director), Susan Payne (Director), Sherilyn Schwartz (Secretary) and Paul Mrowczynski (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.