Deeks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Deeks Foundation is a private foundation in Coconut Grove, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$17.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $458,700 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $458,700 | 1 | $17.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 12 | $17.9 million |
How to apply
Deeks 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 Deeks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Florida | 5 | $372,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $5,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ms Gift Inc | To support the community | $1.0 million |
| Pelican Harbor Seabird Station | To support wildlife rescue service | $358,500 |
| Horizons National Student Enrichment Program Inc | To suppport educational development | $20,000 |
| Ranch Hands Rescue | To support horses and livestock rescue services | $10,000 |
| The Miami Foundation - Miami Giving | To support the community through service activities | $10,000 |
| Wildcoast | To support conderving coastal and marine ecosystems | $10,000 |
| A Forever Home Rescue | To support animal rescue service | $5,000 |
| The Andy Bovin Memorial Fund | To support medical treatment of families | $3,000 |
| Women's Club | To support the community through their service activities | $3,000 |
| The Nature Conservatory | To support protecting environment | $700 |
| Sylvester Cancer Center | To support medical development | $500 |
| University of Miami | To support educational development | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Terrence Deeks
- Monica Deeks
- Claire van Der Lee
- Jane McCarthy
Questions people ask
Does Deeks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Deeks Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Deeks Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Terrence Deeks (Trustee), Monica Deeks (Trustee), Claire van Der Lee (Trustee) and Jane McCarthy (Trustee).
What does Deeks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and animals.