The Dobranski Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Dobranski Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,269 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $53,030. 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$73,269
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$53,030
- Assets$433,093
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,303 the year before.
42% 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 | $14,579 | 13 | $228,003 |
| 2024 | $13,303 | 15 | $235,888 |
| 2025 | $73,269 | 12 | $433,093 |
How to apply
The Dobranski Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Dobranski Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $67,234 |
| New York | 2 | $3,374 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,057 |
| California | 1 | $104 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Inner Loop | General purpose | $53,030 |
| The Sidwell Friends Fund | General purpose | $5,850 |
| Lowell School | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Penfaulkner | General purpose | $2,541 |
| Temple Beth-El Itacha Ny | General purpose | $1,874 |
| Cornell University | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Yale University | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Ifaw | General purpose | $1,057 |
| Rorschach Theatre | General purpose | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood of DC | General purpose | $160 |
| Yale Club of DC | General purpose | $153 |
| Wikimedia | General purpose | $104 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Dobranski
Questions people ask
Does The Dobranski Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dobranski Foundation Inc give?
$73,269 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Dobranski Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Anthony Dobranski (President).
What does The Dobranski Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.