DSCW Kennedy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DSCW Kennedy Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $475,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$475,000
- Assets$27.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $723,229 the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $200,000 | 10 | $22.1 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 10 | $23.5 million |
| 2024 | $723,229 | 11 | $25.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 9 | $27.9 million |
How to apply
DSCW Kennedy 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 DSCW Kennedy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $475,000 |
| California | 3 | $355,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $100,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $42,500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | To help support various organizations | $475,000 |
| Marine Mammal Care Center | To help protect marine mammals and their ocean home. | $300,000 |
| Sealife Response Rehabilitation & Research (SR3) | For ocean animals | $100,000 |
| Colorado Horse Rescue | To help save horses from uncertain fate at local livestock auction. | $50,000 |
| International Bird Rescue | To help support this organization | $50,000 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary | To help feed and care for the animals at the sanctuary. | $50,000 |
| Elephant Aid International | To help support the best possible care for their elephant residents. | $42,500 |
| Catalina Island Humane Society | To help support this organization | $5,000 |
| Kamehameha V Deer Reserve | To help support this organization's mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Drake Kennedy
- Stephanie Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does DSCW Kennedy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DSCW Kennedy Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs DSCW Kennedy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Drake Kennedy (Trustee) and Stephanie Kennedy (Trustee).
What does DSCW Kennedy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and international.