Dunbar Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Dunbar Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Westfield, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $138,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $120,000. 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$138,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,000 the year before.
89% 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 | $73,504 | 8 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $78,000 | 6 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $138,500 | 9 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Dunbar Family Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 4 | $133,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $2,750 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $750 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duneland YMCA Inc | Healthy living campus project | $120,000 |
| Chesterton Art Center | Capital improvements to art center | $7,000 |
| Rebuilding Together - Duneland | Community home improvement projects | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Pitt | Services for people in need | $2,500 |
| Cedars Home for Children Foundation | Childrens assistance | $1,500 |
| Duneland Education Foundation | Chs speech and debate program | $1,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Support veterans, first responders | $750 |
| Red River Gorge Climber's Coalition | Preservation of park lands | $500 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Foodba | Food assistance | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Dunbar
- David Dunbar
- Debbie Brown
Questions people ask
Does Dunbar Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dunbar Family Charitable Trust give?
$138,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Dunbar Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Dunbar (Trustee), David Dunbar (Trustee) and Debbie Brown (Trustee).