The John Dickson Home
Preselected recipients only
The John Dickson Home is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $453,580. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$453,580
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $870,880 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $628,580 | 5 | $14.5 million |
| 2023 | $870,880 | 3 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 8 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
The John Dickson Home 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 John Dickson Home funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $1.2 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lisner-Louise Dickson Hurt Home | Provide financial housing assistance to needy individuals in the metropolitan washington dc area | $453,580 |
| Lisner-Louise Dickson Hurt Home | Securing tomorrow campaign | $436,400 |
| Georgetown Ministries | Assistance to needy | $100,000 |
| Central Union Mission | Assistance to needy | $90,000 |
| House of Ruth | Assistance to needy | $60,000 |
| Jubilee Jobs | Assistance to needy | $30,000 |
| Sarah's Circle | Assistance to needy | $30,000 |
| Bread for the City Inc | Assistance to needy | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Terence W Collins
- Arthur Elgin
- Jean Hartman
- Pat Johnson
- Barbara Ingraham
Questions people ask
Does The John Dickson Home accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John Dickson Home give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The John Dickson Home?
Its 2024 filing lists Terence W Collins (President), Arthur Elgin (Trustee), Jean Hartman (Trustee) and Pat Johnson (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The John Dickson Home fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and faith communities.