The William S Deakyne Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William S Deakyne Foundation is a private foundation in Monterey, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $285,600 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,500. 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$285,600
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,500
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $259,220 the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $250,000 | 40 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $259,220 | 43 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $285,600 | 40 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The William S Deakyne 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 William S Deakyne Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $186,600 |
| Colorado | 2 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $22,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,500 |
| New York | 2 | $7,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Royal Pride Foundation | Charity | $25,500 |
| Catholic Charities | Charity | $25,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Charity | $25,000 |
| Ucsb - Office of Development Ucsb | Charity | $25,000 |
| Carmelite Monastery | Charity | $16,000 |
| Focus | Charity | $15,000 |
| San Carlos Cathedral | Charity | $15,000 |
| Dioces of Monterey | Charity | $10,000 |
| Discalced Hermits of Ol Mt Carmel | Charity | $10,000 |
| San Carlos School | Charity | $10,000 |
| Santa Catalina | Charity | $10,000 |
| Virginia Athletics Foundation | Charity | $7,500 |
| Goleta | Charity | $6,000 |
| City of Hope | Charity | $5,100 |
| Birthchoice Centers | Charity | $5,000 |
| Compassion Pregnancy Center | Charity | $5,000 |
| Dorothys Place | Charity | $5,000 |
| Equine Healing Collabrative | Charity | $5,000 |
| Guadalupe Pregnancy Outreach | Charity | $5,000 |
| Gwendolyn Strong Foundation | Charity | $5,000 |
| Life Choices Resource Center | Charity | $5,000 |
| New Camaldoli Hermitage | Charity | $5,000 |
| Saint Joseph's Church | Charity | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charity | $5,000 |
| San Roque Church | Charity | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Life | Charity | $5,000 |
| Unbound | Charity | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Friars | Charity | $2,000 |
| Word on Fire | Charity | $2,000 |
| Medical Missionaries of Mary | Charity | $1,500 |
| Food Bank of Monterey County | Charity | $1,000 |
| Food for the Poor | Charity | $1,000 |
| Gathering for Women | Charity | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charity | $1,000 |
| Saint Peter's Prep | Charity | $1,000 |
| Salesians Mission | Charity | $1,000 |
| Samaritan | Charity | $1,000 |
| Smile Train | Charity | $1,000 |
| The Palma School Fund | Charity | $1,000 |
| Vna and Hospice | Charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William S Deakyne Jr
- Mary S Deakyne
Questions people ask
Does The William S Deakyne Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William S Deakyne Foundation give?
$285,600 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The William S Deakyne Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William S Deakyne Jr (Trustee) and Mary S Deakyne (Trustee).
What does The William S Deakyne Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.