Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation is a private foundation in Windmere, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $886,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $600,000. 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$886,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$16.4 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
12% 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 | $458,500 | 28 | $14.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 27 | $15.4 million |
| 2025 | $886,000 | 25 | $16.4 million |
How to apply
Diane J and Robert A McDonald 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 Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $697,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $70,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $41,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $17,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra | Project/program support | $600,000 |
| Horizon Community Church | Project/program support | $50,000 |
| Crossline Community Church | Project/program support | $25,000 |
| Dr Phillips Center for the Performing | Project/program support | $25,000 |
| The White House Historical Association | Project/program support | $25,000 |
| Elizabeth Dole Foundation | Project/program support | $20,000 |
| Ford Theater | Project/program support | $20,000 |
| Lindner Center of Hope | Project/program support | $20,000 |
| West Point Assoc of Graduates | Project/program support | $20,000 |
| South Hills Bible Chapel | Project/program support | $15,000 |
| League of American Orchestras | Project/program support | $11,000 |
| Army West Point Athletic Association Inc | Project/program support | $10,000 |
| National Underground Railroad Freedom Center | Project/program support | $7,500 |
| Duke University | Project/program support | $5,000 |
| Partnership for Public Service | Project/program support | $5,000 |
| Universtiy of Utah | Project/program support | $5,000 |
| The Prayer Covenant | Project/program support | $5,000 |
| Taft Art Museum | Project/program support | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of Americadan Beard Council | Project/program support | $2,500 |
| Cincinnati Summit Country Day | Project/program support | $2,500 |
| Architecture Construction and Engineering (Ace) | Project/program support | $2,000 |
| Cincinnati United Way | Project/program support | $2,000 |
| Artswave | Project/program support | $1,500 |
| Arizona State University | Project/program support | $1,000 |
| P & G Alumni Fund Co Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Project/program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert McDonald
- Diane McDonald
Questions people ask
Does Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation give?
$886,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert McDonald (Director) and Diane McDonald (Director).
What does Diane J and Robert A McDonald Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.