The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Rockville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,466 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $9,064. 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$22,466
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$9,064
- Assets$4,523
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,256 the year before.
26% of its 2025 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 | $38,988 | 29 | $5,880 |
| 2024 | $23,256 | 29 | $10,295 |
| 2025 | $22,466 | 27 | $4,523 |
How to apply
The Dan Goggin Nunsense 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.
What The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $16,045 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,600 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $1,535 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $773 |
| Florida | 2 | $455 |
| California | 2 | $310 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $300 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $228 |
| Georgia | 1 | $120 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Cares | General operating support | $9,064 |
| Dominican Friars Central Province | General operating support | $2,600 |
| Holy Name of Jesus | General operating support | $2,200 |
| New Dramatists | General operating support | $1,030 |
| Give Local Greater Waterbury | General operating support | $785 |
| Democratic National | General operating support | $773 |
| Thirteen | General operating support | $640 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General operating support | $600 |
| Point Foundation | General operating support | $589 |
| Primary Stages | General operating support | $500 |
| Pantochino Productions Inc | General operating support | $500 |
| HSS | General operating support | $500 |
| WLIW21 New York Public Television | General operating support | $405 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operating support | $300 |
| Barbara Bush Foundation | General operating support | $275 |
| Downtown Cabaret Theatre | General operating support | $250 |
| Actors and Others for Animals | General operating support | $250 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | General operating support | $228 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | General operating support | $207 |
| Sage & Dice Foundation | General operating support | $180 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating support | $120 |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | General operating support | $100 |
| St Christopher's Inn | General operating support | $100 |
| Foundation for AIDS Research | General operating support | $90 |
| Lambda Legal Defense | General operating support | $90 |
| AARP Foundation | General operating support | $60 |
| Amfar-The Foundation for AIDS Research | General operating support | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Goggin
Questions people ask
Does The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust give?
$22,466 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Goggin (Trustee).
What does The Dan Goggin Nunsense Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and science and research.