The Dau Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dau Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $89,750 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$89,750
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was down from $163,750 the year before.
15% 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 | $163,750 | 30 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $89,750 | 27 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Dau Family 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 Dau Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $59,500 |
| Michigan | 5 | $9,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Piping Rock Scholarship Fund Inc | Educational | $25,000 |
| The Frick Collection | Educational/Arts | $10,000 |
| BayView Association of United Methodist | Educational/Religious | $6,500 |
| The Shipley School | Educational Purposes | $5,500 |
| Green Vale School | Educational Purposes | $5,000 |
| New York Yacht Club Foundation | Historical Preservation | $5,000 |
| New York City Center | Educational/Arts | $5,000 |
| Planting Fields Foundation | Educational/Preservational Purposes | $2,500 |
| Break Through New York | Educational Purposes | $2,500 |
| Wings for Kids | Academic Support,Enrichment Activities, Social Emotional Learning | $2,500 |
| Old Westbury Gardens | To inspire appreciation and knowledge of the early 20th century American country estate through gardens & Westbury house maintenance, visitor services, education and community services. | $2,500 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Health care medical provider/services | $2,500 |
| The Morgan Library & Museum | Educational Purposes | $2,000 |
| Groton School | Educational Purposes | $2,000 |
| Trustees of Dartmouth College | Educational Purposes | $1,000 |
| The Wyndcroft School | Educational Purposes | $1,000 |
| Harvard University | Educational Purposes | $1,000 |
| Miss Porters School | Educational Purposes | $1,000 |
| St Georges School | Educational Purposes | $1,000 |
| Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance | Educational/Preservation Purposes | $1,000 |
| Crooked Tree Arts Center | Educational/Arts | $1,000 |
| The Menninger Clinic | Mental Health Research & Education | $1,000 |
| Historic Trappe | Historical Preservation | $1,000 |
| Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra | Educational/Arts | $1,000 |
| The University of Chicago | Educational | $500 |
| The Manna Food Project | Food Bank, Food Pantry, Food Rescue Program | $500 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | Educational | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara E Dau
- Ann Dau Conway
- Melinda Kassen Esq
Questions people ask
Does The Dau Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dau Family Foundation give?
$89,750 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Dau Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barbara E Dau (President), Ann Dau Conway (Vice President) and Melinda Kassen Esq (Secretary).
What does The Dau Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.