The Dla Piper Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dla Piper Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $419,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$419,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$750,685
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $442,000 the year before.
44% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $442,000 | 28 | $570,185 |
| 2024 | $419,500 | 23 | $750,685 |
How to apply
The Dla Piper 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 Dla Piper Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York. It also paid $30,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $77,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $75,000 |
| California | 5 | $72,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $70,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $45,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Foodbanking Network | General exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Lawyers Alliance for New York | General exempt purpose | $35,000 |
| Fundacion Appleseed de Mexico Ac | General exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| National Veterans Legal Services Program | General exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| DC Access to Justice Foundation | General exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Legal Aid Chicago | General exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Onejustice | General exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Vecina | General exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Greater Boston Legal Services | General exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland | General exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Public International Law and Policy Group | General exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto | General exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| International Refugee Assistance Program | General exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Lawyers for Good Government | General exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| National Center for Law and Economic Justice Inc | General exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Bridges Across Borders Southeast Asia Community Legal Education | General exempt purpose | $12,500 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | General exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Counsel for Justice | General exempt purpose | $7,000 |
| Civic Nation | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Center for Law and Justice | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Maryland Access to Justice | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Advocates for Human Rights | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Resilience Advocates Collective | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shale Stiller
- Lisa Dewey
- Jordan Bailowitz
- Allen J Ginsburg
- Elisha King
- Charles B Scheeler
- Jay Rains
Questions people ask
Does The Dla Piper Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dla Piper Foundation give?
$419,500 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Dla Piper Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shale Stiller (Director/President), Lisa Dewey (Director/Chief Financial O), Jordan Bailowitz (Director/Secretary) and Allen J Ginsburg (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Dla Piper Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.