Trust in Diversity
Preselected recipients only
Trust in Diversity is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $507,293 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $365,000. 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$507,293
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$365,000
- Assets$12.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $576,639 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $539,309 | 4 | $12.2 million |
| 2023 | $576,639 | 5 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $507,293 | 5 | $12.9 million |
How to apply
Trust in Diversity 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 Trust in Diversity funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $385,000 |
| New York | 2 | $115,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,293 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fibershed | Climate Beneficial Agriculture Program and General Operations | $365,000 |
| Vishwa Nirmala Dharma | The Devi International Boarding School - Meditation Hall construction project and new septic system | $110,000 |
| Thacher School Inc | ULI Golden Trout Wilderness School Expedition Project | $20,000 |
| Emerson Umbrella Inc | rental of space for storage of the Musketaquid arts and environment's Earth Day puppets at Prime storage in Maynard, MA | $7,293 |
| Vishwa Nirmala Dharma | VND Fiscal Sponsorship legal services fee Fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eleanor Bemis
- Gordon H Bemis
- Marjorie Bemis
- Alice Bueti
Questions people ask
Does Trust in Diversity accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trust in Diversity give?
$507,293 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Trust in Diversity?
Its 2024 filing lists Eleanor Bemis (Trustee), Gordon H Bemis (Trustee), Marjorie Bemis (Trustee) and Alice Bueti (Trustee).
What does Trust in Diversity fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.