DJA Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DJA Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $161,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$161,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $115,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $115,000 | 8 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $161,500 | 10 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
DJA 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 DJA Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $64,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $6,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Is My Copilot | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Medical Debt Resolution Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Bridges Safehouse Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| K9S4COPS Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Charitable Event | $20,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Hardship Assistance Grant | $6,500 |
| Idea Service Dogs | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Misfit Toys Rescue Division Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Millirons
- Laurell A Millirons
- Alyssa Reussow
Questions people ask
Does DJA Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DJA Foundation give?
$161,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs DJA Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles Millirons (Dir, Sec, Treas), Laurell A Millirons (Dir, Pres) and Alyssa Reussow (Dir, VP).
What does DJA Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.