Douglas H Phelps Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Douglas H Phelps Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $23,500. 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$48,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$23,500
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,250 the year before.
50% 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 | $38,700 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $14,250 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $48,000 | 4 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Douglas H Phelps 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $23,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $14,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Aspen Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $23,500 |
| United States Ski Team Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $14,000 |
| University of Colorado Hospital Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Green Corps Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Phelps
Questions people ask
Does Douglas H Phelps Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Douglas H Phelps Foundation give?
$48,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Douglas H Phelps Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas Phelps (Pres, Dir, Sec).