The Dear Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dear Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$82,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $50,000 | 1 | $964,696 |
| 2024 | $82,500 | 10 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Dear 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 The Dear Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 6 | $52,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adkins Arboretum | Provide support for general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Building African Minds | Provide support for general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage | Provide support for general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Red Wiggler Foundation | Provide support for general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Provide support for general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Thrive DC | Provide support for generaloperating expenses | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Provide support for general operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Father McKenna Center | Provide support for general operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Project Giveback Community Service Org | Provide support for general operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Phillips Wharf Environmental Center | Provide support for general operating expenses | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Hormel
- Edward Vlach
- J Randolph Taylor
- Tristan Magee
- Nyle Leddy
- Graeme Leddy
Questions people ask
Does The Dear Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dear Foundation give?
$82,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Dear Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Hormel (Chairman), Edward Vlach (Board Memeber), J Randolph Taylor (Treasurer) and Tristan Magee (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Dear Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.