Dollens Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dollens Family Foundation is a private foundation in Zionsville, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $137,427 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,700 and the largest $75,000. 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$137,427
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,700
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$167,022
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,961 the year before.
73% 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 | $79,961 | 14 | $279,864 |
| 2024 | $137,427 | 11 | $167,022 |
How to apply
Dollens 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 Dollens Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $108,334 |
| Washington | 4 | $13,143 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $8,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,700 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | General | $75,000 |
| Focusing Philanthropy | General | $33,334 |
| SCDS Annual Fund | General | $10,697 |
| Historic Charleston | General | $5,000 |
| First Scotts Presbyterian | General | $3,250 |
| Water First | General | $2,700 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General | $2,500 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Seattle University Preparatory | General | $1,196 |
| The Highlands School | General | $1,000 |
| Bellevue Presbyterian Church | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Dollens
- Susan Dollens
- Stephanie Pryor
- W Grant Dollens
Questions people ask
Does Dollens Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dollens Family Foundation give?
$137,427 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,700.
Who runs Dollens Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald Dollens (Director), Susan Dollens (Director), Stephanie Pryor (Director) and W Grant Dollens (Director).
What does Dollens Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.