E M Downer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
E M Downer Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $34,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$34,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$962,518
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $34,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $34,000 | 10 | $914,073 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 11 | $962,518 |
How to apply
E M Downer 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 E M Downer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $29,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Symphony Orchestra Inc | Downer Elementary Sound Minds Program | $5,000 |
| East Bay Center for the Performing Arts | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Edward M Downer Elementary | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Troon Country Club Scholarshipfoundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Young Mens Christian Association of the East Bay | E M Downer Early Learning Center | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Napa Valley | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Goen Senior Center Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Khan Academy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Richmond Art Center | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Salesian High School | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Dawn Redwoods Charitable Trust | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- E Michael Downer
- Yoshimi Downer
- Edward M Downer III
Questions people ask
Does E M Downer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does E M Downer Foundation give?
$34,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs E M Downer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists E Michael Downer (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas), Yoshimi Downer (Dir) and Edward M Downer III (Dir).
What does E M Downer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.