Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $311,948 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,799 and the largest $103,750. 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$311,948
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,799
- Largest grant$103,750
- Assets$65,024
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $283,949 the year before.
27% 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 | $302,472 | 21 | $48,663 |
| 2024 | $283,949 | 25 | $69,148 |
| 2025 | $311,948 | 22 | $65,024 |
How to apply
Mary and Daniel Dolan 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 Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $20,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $230,750 |
| New York | 2 | $26,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $11,100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,098 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest College | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $103,750 |
| Shirley Ryan Abilitylab | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $50,000 |
| Metrosquash | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $49,000 |
| US Squash | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $25,000 |
| Professional Squash Assn | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $20,000 |
| Jake Owen Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $20,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Vna Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Evans Scholar Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $10,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $5,000 |
| US Olympic and Paralympic Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $2,098 |
| North Chicago Community Partners | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $1,500 |
| Jester Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| HSS Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| Judicial Watch | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| The Durham Museum | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $1,000 |
| 1916 Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| US Adaptive Golf Alliance | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $500 |
| Pga Illinois Foundation | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $250 |
| Lake Forest Lake Bluff History Center | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $125 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $125 |
| Florida Sheriffs Assn | All contributions for unrestricted purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel D Dolan Jr
- Mary M Dolan
- Elizabeth Dolan Spender
- Daniel D Dolan III
Questions people ask
Does Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation give?
$311,948 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,799.
Who runs Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel D Dolan Jr (Pres./Dir.), Mary M Dolan (Treas./Dir.), Elizabeth Dolan Spender (Director) and Daniel D Dolan III (Director).
What does Mary and Daniel Dolan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.