Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$42,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,250 the year before.
58% 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 | $38,000 | 15 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $45,250 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $42,500 | 12 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc 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 Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 6 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National STEM Cell Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washingt | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| High Country Charitable Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Kentucky Refugee Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Louisville Free Public Library Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| JB Speed Art Museum | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Center for Women and Families Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Elk River Helping Hands | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| United Crescent Hill Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary P Dishman
- Joseph A Dougherty
- Susan Dougherty
- John T Dougherty Jr
- Hope D Paga
- Catharine B Strickler
- F Hunter Strickler
Questions people ask
Does Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc give?
$42,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary P Dishman (VP), Joseph A Dougherty (VP), Susan Dougherty (Pres, Dir, Sec) and John T Dougherty Jr (VP) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Charles H Dishman III Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.