The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$85,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $85,075 the year before.
53% 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 | $85,000 | 11 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $85,075 | 14 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $85,000 | 17 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford 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 The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $82,350 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Diamond Educational Excellence Partnership | Education | $20,000 |
| Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center | Education | $9,000 |
| PROMISES2KIDS | Humanitarian | $8,000 |
| Salk Institute Hpi | Education | $8,000 |
| The San Diego Community Center | General | $8,000 |
| Standley School PTA | Education | $6,000 |
| Friends of Sdscpa | General | $6,000 |
| Curie School PTA | Education | $5,500 |
| Roosevelt School PTA | Education | $5,500 |
| Un Mar de Colores | General | $4,000 |
| Humble Design | General | $2,500 |
| NPR | Arts | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish | General | $400 |
| Rady Children's Hospital Foundation | Health | $400 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Veterans | $400 |
| Madre | General | $150 |
| San Diego Center for Children | General | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Debra Duford
- Donald Duford
- Adam Duford
- Vanessa Walkowiak
Questions people ask
Does The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation give?
$85,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Debra Duford (Director/President), Donald Duford (Director/Treasurer), Adam Duford (Director) and Vanessa Walkowiak (Executive Director).
What does The Debra Carroll and Donald Duford Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.