DLMC Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DLMC Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,300 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$145,300
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $158,500 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $142,600 | 33 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $158,500 | 30 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $145,300 | 28 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
DLMC 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 DLMC Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 12 | $59,300 |
| Maine | 7 | $36,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $19,500 |
| California | 2 | $9,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity Greater Portland | Operations | $10,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida | Operations | $10,000 |
| Bloom Early Learning | Operations | $9,000 |
| Fold of Honor Minnesota Chapter | Operations | $9,000 |
| Preble Street Resource Ceenter | Operations | $9,000 |
| American Red Cross | Operations | $7,500 |
| Tahoe Fund | Operations | $7,500 |
| Brigham & Women's Hospital Center | Operations | $7,000 |
| Gargiulo Education Center | Operations | $6,500 |
| Fisher House | Operations | $6,000 |
| Maine Public Broadcasting Network | Operations | $5,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club - Twin Cities | Operations | $5,000 |
| Centracare Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Jeremiah Program | Operations | $5,000 |
| Maple Grove Senior High | Operations | $5,000 |
| Northside Achievement | Operations | $5,000 |
| The Jackson Laboratory | Operations | $5,000 |
| Virginia-Piper Cancer Institute | Operations | $5,000 |
| Interfaith Outreach and Community Center | Operations | $4,000 |
| Junior Achievement of MN | Operations | $4,000 |
| Portland Ovations | Operations | $3,500 |
| One Longfellow Square | Operations | $2,500 |
| Minneapolis Heart Institute | Operations | $2,300 |
| Bonita Art Center | Operations | $2,000 |
| Stjohn's Project for Real Change | Operations | $2,000 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine | Operations | $1,000 |
| National Ataxia Foundation | Operations | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lise Desimone
- Daniel Desimone
- Livia Lang
- Mark Desimone
- Cynthia North
Questions people ask
Does DLMC Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DLMC Foundation give?
$145,300 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs DLMC Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lise Desimone (Vice President), Daniel Desimone (President), Livia Lang (Vice President) and Mark Desimone (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does DLMC Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and food and hunger.