D Squared Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
D Squared Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mansfield, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $869,631 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $6,604 and the largest $250,000. 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$869,631
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$6,604
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
60% 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 | $1.2 million | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $869,631 | 26 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
D Squared 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 D Squared Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 2 | $500,000 |
| Rhode Island | 9 | $101,339 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $81,542 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $77,750 |
| New York | 3 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $34,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BPS Foundation | Charitable Donation | $250,000 |
| BPS Foundation | Charitable Donation | $250,000 |
| Green Oceans | Charitable Donation | $50,000 |
| Community Roots Charter School | Charitable Donation | $50,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Charitable Donation | $47,750 |
| Rosie's Place | Charitable Donation | $40,000 |
| Newtowne School Incorporated | Charitable Donation | $30,000 |
| Tabernacle Learning Center Inc | Charitable Donation | $29,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Charitable Donation | $25,000 |
| Child & Family Services of Newport County | Charitable Donation | $13,073 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| Child & Family Services of Newport County | Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| Child & Family Services of Newport County | Charitable Donation | $6,644 |
| IYRS School of Technology and Trades | Charitable Donation | $6,565 |
| Child & Family Services of Newport County | Charitable Donation | $5,607 |
| Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness | Charitable Donation | $5,250 |
| The Trevor Project Inc | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| United Way of Greater Waterbury Inc | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Trace Media Inc dba The Trace | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council Inc | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Northeast Ohio Adoption Services | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| The Andrew McDonough B Foundation | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Aquidneck Land Trust | Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Child & Family Services of Newport County | Charitable Donation | $1,700 |
| Bunker Hill Community College Foundation Inc | Charitable Donation | $1,542 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Canepari
- Diane M Canepari
- Lauren M Canepari
Questions people ask
Does D Squared Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does D Squared Foundation Inc give?
$869,631 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $6,604.
Who runs D Squared Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David J Canepari (President), Diane M Canepari (Vice President) and Lauren M Canepari (Secretary).
What does D Squared Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and human services.