The Dozen Dimes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dozen Dimes Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $35,122 and the largest $2.7 million. 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$3.2 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$35,122
- Largest grant$2.7 million
- Assets$77.7 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
36% 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 | $2.9 million | 15 | $61.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 17 | $70.1 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 14 | $77.7 million |
How to apply
The Dozen Dimes 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 The Dozen Dimes Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2.8 million |
| Georgia | 7 | $255,244 |
| New York | 3 | $85,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Trust | General fund | $2.7 million |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General fund | $100,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | General fund | $75,000 |
| Nuclear Threat Initiative | General fund | $50,000 |
| The Lustgarten Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| The Booth Western Art Museum | Seth hopkins room naming - supporting the arts | $50,000 |
| Kate's Club | General fund | $45,244 |
| Brain & Behavior Research Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Westside Future Fund | General fund, capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Wabe | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| East Lake Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Alliance Theatre | General fund | $10,000 |
| Hearing Health Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Smithsonian Institute | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Kieffer
Questions people ask
Does The Dozen Dimes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dozen Dimes Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $35,122.
Who runs The Dozen Dimes Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James C Kieffer (Chair, Treasurer, Secretary).
What does The Dozen Dimes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and arts and culture.