The Dick Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dick Family Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $181,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $47,000. 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$181,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$47,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $172,000 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $166,000 | 13 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $172,000 | 13 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $181,000 | 12 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Dick 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.
What The Dick Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $171,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General fundd | $47,000 |
| Knox College | General fund | $35,000 |
| Rush-Presbyterian Medical Center | General fund | $25,000 |
| Lake Forest College | General fund | $15,000 |
| The Morton Arboretum | General fund | $15,000 |
| Gorton Community Center | General fund | $12,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands | General fund | $10,000 |
| Huron Mountain Wildlife Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| History Center of Lake Forest | General fund | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Library | General fund | $5,000 |
| Hadley School for the Blind | General fund | $1,000 |
| North Chicago Community Partners | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John H Dick Jr
- Anne C Wise
- Natalie C Culley
- John H Dick Sr
- Brenda J Dick
Questions people ask
Does The Dick Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dick Family Foundation give?
$181,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs The Dick Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John H Dick Jr (President/Treasurer), Anne C Wise (Secretary/Director), Natalie C Culley (Director) and John H Dick Sr (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Dick Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.