Dirlam Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Dirlam Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Worcester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $86,078 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,582 and the largest $22,500. 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$86,078
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,582
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,500 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,500 | 7 | $88,399 |
| 2024 | $86,078 | 8 | $0 |
How to apply
Dirlam 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 Dirlam Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $86,078 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester Art Museum | Community | $22,500 |
| Worcester Natural History Society | Community | $22,500 |
| First Congregational Church | Religious | $10,414 |
| Holy Trinity Church | Religious | $10,414 |
| United Way of Southbridge | Community | $6,750 |
| Harrington Hospital Auxiliary | Community | $4,500 |
| Old Strubridge Village | Community | $4,500 |
| Opacum Land Trust | Community | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John B Dirlam
- Peter B Dirlam
Questions people ask
Does Dirlam Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dirlam Charitable Trust give?
$86,078 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,582.
Who runs Dirlam Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists John B Dirlam (Trustee) and Peter B Dirlam (Trustee).
What does Dirlam Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.