The Daydreams Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Daydreams Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $11,250 and the largest $100,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$11,250
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $148,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $127,500 | 4 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $148,000 | 6 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $150,000 | 6 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
The Daydreams Foundation Inc 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 The Daydreams Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $105,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $22,500 |
| New York | 1 | $12,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | Medical research for alzheimer's disease. | $100,000 |
| North Carolina State University | General operating expenses | $12,500 |
| Skidmore University | General operating expenses | $12,500 |
| Archie Bray Foundation | General operating expenses | $10,000 |
| High Point University | General operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Barnesville School | General program support for the school year | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Grace Day
- Lynn Marie Brown
Questions people ask
Does The Daydreams Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Daydreams Foundation Inc give?
$150,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $11,250.
Who runs The Daydreams Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Grace Day (President) and Lynn Marie Brown (Vice-President).
What does The Daydreams Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.