Doering Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Doering Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 3 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$60,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$112,282
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $155,806 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 3 | $133,480 |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 3 | $112,282 |
How to apply
Doering 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 Doering Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $50,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Hospital Inc | medical equipment fund | $30,000 |
| St Mark the Evangelist Church | Doering Family Chapel Fund | $20,000 |
| University of Mississippi Foundation | Doering Family Endowment for the School of Business | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph H Doering III
Questions people ask
Does Doering Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Doering Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Doering Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph H Doering III (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does Doering Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.