Dangerfield Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dangerfield Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,058 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,002 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$195,058
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,002
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $111,234 the year before.
31% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $111,234 | 13 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $195,058 | 18 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Dangerfield 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 Dangerfield Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $164,054 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,004 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seton Fund of the Daughters of Charity | Research and Technology needs for comprehensive women's health services as part of the Women First Campaign at Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin | $50,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Lung Cancer Research | $20,000 |
| St John Neumann Catholic Church | St John Neumann Montessori Program | $20,000 |
| San Juan Diego Catholic High School | STEAM Scholarship Fund | $16,800 |
| Catholic Diocese of Austin | Encountering Christ Campaign | $15,000 |
| Cathedral School of St Mary | STEAM Scholarship Fund | $14,300 |
| St John Neumann Catholic Church | General & Unrestricted | $11,252 |
| St John Neumann Catholic Church | Stewardship Giving | $10,002 |
| The General Council of the Assemblies of God | General & Unrestricted | $5,004 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| St Gabriels Catholic School | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $4,200 |
| Dress for Success Austin | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Travis Association for the Blind | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities USA | Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Grant Bughman
- Elmer Dangerfield
- Jillian Claire Dangerfield
- Paige Dangerfield
- Roberta Dangerfield
- Tyler Dangerfield
Questions people ask
Does Dangerfield Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dangerfield Family Foundation give?
$195,058 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,002.
Who runs Dangerfield Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Grant Bughman (Dir), Elmer Dangerfield (Dir), Jillian Claire Dangerfield (Dir) and Paige Dangerfield (Dir) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Dangerfield Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and science and research.