Dicarlo Plank Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dicarlo Plank Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,048 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $3,515 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$290,048
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$3,515
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $644,194 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $644,194 | 49 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $290,048 | 35 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Dicarlo Plank 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 Dicarlo Plank Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 20 | $216,045 |
| New York | 3 | $26,503 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $13,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $4,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore School for the Arts | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Port Discovery | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Roland Park Community Foundation | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Chapel & York US Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $15,473 |
| Children's Chorus of Maryland | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Waldorf School of Baltimore | Unrestricted | $13,793 |
| Eagles Mere Athletic Association | Unrestricted | $11,500 |
| Parent Encouragement Program | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Smith College | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Washington University | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ifp Fiscal Sponsorship | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Carroll County | Unrestricted | $5,155 |
| Foundation 4 Heroes | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wypr | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mariposa | Unrestricted | $3,699 |
| Piedmont Learning Center | Unrestricted | $3,515 |
| Sherwood Gardens | Unrestricted | $3,250 |
| The Baltimore Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $3,109 |
| Saugatuck Center for the Arts | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Fusion Partnership | Unrestricted | $2,700 |
| Wishbone | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Downtown Sailing Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Sundance Institute | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Sunrise Association | Unrestricted | $1,030 |
| American University | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Eagles Mere Conservancy | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| HRMC Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Moveable Feast | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Baltimore | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mercy Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Living Classroom Foundation | Unrestricted | $824 |
| Eagles Mere Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Eagles Mere Friends of the Arts | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- J Scott Plank
- Dana M Dicarlo
- Morris L Garten
- David A Goldner
Questions people ask
Does Dicarlo Plank Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dicarlo Plank Foundation give?
$290,048 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $3,515.
Who runs Dicarlo Plank Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Scott Plank (President/Treas), Dana M Dicarlo (Vice President), Morris L Garten (Secretary) and David A Goldner (Treasurer).
What does Dicarlo Plank Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.