The Vandermark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vandermark Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $710,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$710,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $564,500 the year before.
64% 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 | $726,000 | 13 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $564,500 | 15 | $15.7 million |
| 2025 | $710,000 | 12 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
The Vandermark 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 The Vandermark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $350,000 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $165,000 |
| New York | 1 | $75,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Dragon Childrens Foundation USA | Complete renovations to the offices in HCMC and support activities at that site | $200,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Central Colorado Inc | Two year grant in support of legal assistance to immigrant families | $100,000 |
| Womens Education Project | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| At Home and Afar | Rebuilding cistern and installing solar power | $55,000 |
| Blue Dragon Childrens Foundation USA | Myanmar Rescue Fund | $50,000 |
| Hope Walks Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Quinnipiac University | Global Engagement Fund | $50,000 |
| Worcester Natural History Society | Building project and naming of Sun Dial Rose | $50,000 |
| Partners for Guatemala Education Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Father Bills & Mainspring Inc | In support of the Brockton Housing Resource Center | $20,000 |
| State Democracy Defenders Fund | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| My Brothers Keeper Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lois A Scanlon
- Peter J Scanlon PHD
Questions people ask
Does The Vandermark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vandermark Foundation give?
$710,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Vandermark Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lois A Scanlon (Sec, Dir, Clerk, VP) and Peter J Scanlon PHD (Pres, Dir, Chairperson, Treas).
What does The Vandermark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and international.