DF Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DF Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $12,500. 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$60,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $60,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $39,450 | 9 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 13 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 14 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
DF 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 DF Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese American National Museum | Promote america's ethnic diversity by sharing the japanese american experience. | $12,500 |
| Keiro | Provide programs and services that enhance the quality of senior life in the community. | $10,000 |
| Little Tokyo Service Center | Provide an array of social welfare and community development services to assist low income individuals. | $5,000 |
| Justsoftball Foundation | To empower young women in underrepresented communities by helping them lay the foundation for their future by correlating lessons learned in softball to the skills and knowledge they need to become leaders in their community. | $5,000 |
| Chadwick School | To provide top-notch opportunities and resources for students and programs in order to develop ethical global citizens with keen minds, exemplary character, self-knowledge and the ability to lead. | $5,000 |
| Japanese American Cultural & Community Center | Promote japanese american arts and culture in the community. | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple | Promote buddhism and the teaching of life and its flow in the world. | $5,000 |
| Claremont McKenna College | To focus on long-term goals and critical needs, including the recruitment of award-winning faculty and staff, continuation of our need-blind admissions policy, and enhancements to cmc's campus and student facilities. | $2,500 |
| Phoenix House | Help teens launch healthy & substance-free lives. | $2,500 |
| Pomona College | To support scholarships, faculty development, research opportunities and campus facilities, among other things to contribute to the overall quality of education, experience, and resources available to students. | $2,500 |
| Little Tokyo Senior Nutrition Service | Improve nutrition & health. | $2,000 |
| Badger Association for Athletic Development | To provide an environment for the area youth to have an enjoyable, safe, team oriented, and positive experience while learning and playing the game of baseball. | $1,000 |
| La Canada Baseball Softball Association | To be an outstanding youth sports organization that promotes character and skill development, teamwork, friendship, inclusivity, community involvement, citizenship, and passion for the game. | $1,000 |
| Briggs Softball Inc | Training, focusing on player development, college placement, and scholarships, including the "who's next" scholarship fund. Provides coaching, training, and a pathway for young athletes, with the organization supporting their mission to build strong players on and off the field. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ernest Doizaki
- Terrie Doizaki
Questions people ask
Does DF Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DF Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs DF Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ernest Doizaki (President) and Terrie Doizaki (Secretary).
What does DF Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and seniors.