Dekker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dekker Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,748 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$22,748
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$937,232
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,000 the year before.
61% 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 | $8,649 | 7 | $208,558 |
| 2024 | $9,000 | 17 | $380,542 |
| 2025 | $22,748 | 18 | $937,232 |
How to apply
Dekker 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 Dekker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $11,000 |
| New York | 7 | $3,748 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Religions & Transcultural Faith Alliance Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Americans United for the Separation of Church & State | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Afya Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Boarders | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Hospital | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Mount Holyoke College | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Palenstines Childrens Relief Fund | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Beth-El Synagogue | General operating support | $500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westchester | General operating support | $500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester | General operating support | $500 |
| Feeding Westchester | General operating support | $500 |
| Greenwich Hospital | General operating support | $500 |
| Island Grown Initiative | General operating support | $500 |
| New York Public Radio | General operating support | $500 |
| Ocean Conservancy | General operating support | $500 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | General operating support | $500 |
| Paws Crossed Animal Shelter | General operating support | $500 |
| Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Inc | General operating support | $248 |
Officers and trustees
- David Dekker
- Russell Dekker
Questions people ask
Does Dekker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dekker Foundation give?
$22,748 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Dekker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Dekker (Trustee) and Russell Dekker (Trustee).
What does Dekker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.