Daelansa Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Daelansa Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,500 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$94,500
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$500,810
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,100 the year before.
58% 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 | $58,550 | 34 | $545,521 |
| 2024 | $33,100 | 22 | $556,968 |
| 2025 | $94,500 | 38 | $500,810 |
How to apply
Daelansa 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 Daelansa Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 21 | $65,750 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $14,250 |
| New York | 4 | $7,200 |
| Texas | 3 | $2,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,300 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Town of Palm Beach | Use for their stated purpose. | $20,000 |
| Promise Fund of FL | Use for their stated purpose. | $11,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Pitts | Use for their stated purpose. | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of PB County | Use for their stated purpose. | $10,000 |
| Morse Life Foundation | Use for their stated purpose. | $10,000 |
| Alzheimers Drug Discovery | Use for their stated purpose. | $5,000 |
| Dartmouth College Fund | Use for their stated purpose. | $2,000 |
| Hanley Foundation | Use for their stated purpose. | $2,000 |
| Jewish Assn on Aging | Use for their stated purpose. | $2,000 |
| Ann Norton Schulpture Garden | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Birthright Isreal Foundation | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of PB County | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Flagler Museum | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Girls Preparatory School | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Glades Academy Foundation | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Hillel | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Hospital Albert Schweitzer | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Morse Life Hospice | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| NY Jr Tennis Learning | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Fellowship | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Island Hospise | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Susan G Komen | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Sweep Program | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Women of Distinction | Use for their stated purpose. | $1,000 |
| Aipac | Use for their stated purpose. | $800 |
| Boystown South Florida | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Feed America | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Food For The Poor | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Salvation Army | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Special Olympics Florida | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Uso | Use for their stated purpose. | $500 |
| Make A Wish Southern FL | Use for their stated purpose. | $250 |
| The Neighborhood Academy | Use for their stated purpose. | $250 |
| Smile Train | Use for their stated purpose. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Anita J Hamilton Michaels
- Frank T Hamilton
Questions people ask
Does Daelansa Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Daelansa Foundation give?
$94,500 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Daelansa Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anita J Hamilton Michaels (Chairman Trustee) and Frank T Hamilton (Secretary Trustee).
What does Daelansa Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.