Marilyn J Dakin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marilyn J Dakin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$160,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$16.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $559,920 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $602,910 |
| 2025 | $160,000 | 4 | $16.0 million |
How to apply
Marilyn J Dakin 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $80,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| National Public Radio Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Riverkeeper Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Aguirre
- Patrick Dakin
- Wayne J Gleason
- Alexandra Trogisch
- Colleen Trogisch
Questions people ask
Does Marilyn J Dakin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marilyn J Dakin Family Foundation give?
$160,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Marilyn J Dakin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Aguirre (Dir), Patrick Dakin (Dir), Wayne J Gleason (Dir, Pres, Treas, Sec) and Alexandra Trogisch (Dir, VP) among 5 officers and trustees.