Dorsey Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dorsey Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $913,000 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $106,000. 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$913,000
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$106,000
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $851,000 the year before.
41% of its 2025 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 | $860,950 | 52 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $851,000 | 52 | $11.7 million |
| 2025 | $913,000 | 56 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
Dorsey 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 Dorsey Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 50 | $795,500 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $12,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Zoo | General | $106,000 |
| Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc | General | $75,000 |
| New Story Inc | General | $50,000 |
| Village of Merici | General | $50,000 |
| Eskenazi Health Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Benjamin Harrison Presidental Site | General | $45,000 |
| Binford Redevelopment & Growth (Brag) | General | $30,000 |
| Indianapolis Golf Foundation | General | $30,000 |
| Christel House | General | $25,000 |
| Indianapolis Motor Speedway | General | $25,000 |
| Keep Indianapolis Beautiful | General | $25,000 |
| Kellogg Annual Fund | General | $25,000 |
| Newfields | General | $25,000 |
| Patachou Foundation Inc | General | $25,000 |
| Wheeler Mission | General | $20,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central in | General | $18,000 |
| Nextech | General | $15,000 |
| Graham & Courtney Rahal Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Head Cook for ALS | General | $15,000 |
| Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Andy Roddick Foundation | General | $12,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Big Car Collaborative | General | $10,000 |
| Conner Prarie | General | $10,000 |
| Firefly Family Alliance | General | $10,000 |
| Foster Success | General | $10,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General | $10,000 |
| The Venture Capital Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Catholic Youth Organization Indianapolis | General | $10,000 |
| Bishop Chatard High School | General | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis | General | $10,000 |
| Indiana Humanities Council Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Indiana University Health | General | $10,000 |
| Indianapolis Film Project | General | $10,000 |
| Cruise Indy | General | $10,000 |
| Center for Interfaith Cooperation | General | $6,500 |
| Archdiocese of Indianapolis | General | $5,000 |
| Harrison Center for the Arts | General | $5,000 |
| Iu Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Dorsey
- Erin Dorsey
- Scott Dorsey
- Lillian Dorsey
Questions people ask
Does Dorsey Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dorsey Foundation Inc give?
$913,000 in tax year 2025, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dorsey Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jane Dorsey (Director), Erin Dorsey (President), Scott Dorsey (Treasurer) and Lillian Dorsey (Secretary).
What does Dorsey Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and faith communities.