Dryden Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dryden Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hale, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $230,750 in 104 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,500. 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$230,750
- Number of grants104
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,500
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $193,600 the year before.
9% of its 2025 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 | $152,950 | 90 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $193,600 | 100 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $230,750 | 104 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Dryden 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Dryden Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 23 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 55 | $110,950 |
| Florida | 8 | $35,100 |
| District of Columbia | 10 | $30,650 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $5,500 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $5,500 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $5,200 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Community Church | Charitable | $20,500 |
| Hale Methodist Church | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Penrickton Ctr for Blind | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Aicr | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Americares | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Holy Cross Hospital | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lupus Foundation of America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Methodist Children's Home Society | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hosp | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable | $4,000 |
| N Mich Children's Assessment Center | Charitable | $4,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Charitable | $4,000 |
| The Smile Train | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | Charitable | $3,750 |
| Covenant Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $3,500 |
| NE Mi Community Fndtn | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Alzheimers Assn - Greater Mi | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Covenant House Michigan | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Eversight | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Mi | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Hope South Florida | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Iosco County Community FDTN | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Michigan | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Special Olympics | Charitable | $3,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Autism Alliance of Mi | Charitable | $2,750 |
| Clean Water Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
| K-9 Stray Rescue League | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Alternatives for Girls | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ted Lindsy Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Capuchin Ministries | Charitable | $2,100 |
| Bitty Kitty Brigade | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Bottomless Toy Chest | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Building Beds for Kids | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Commonunity | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Covenant House | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard G Dryden
- Janet M Dryden
- Daniel A Dryden
- Susan E Roberts
- Jay D Rogers
- Julie B Welker
- Jill M Ihrke
- Jessica L Demara
- Michael A Dryden
Questions people ask
Does Dryden Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dryden Family Foundation give?
$230,750 in tax year 2025, across 104 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Dryden Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard G Dryden (President), Janet M Dryden (Secretary), Daniel A Dryden (Vice Pres) and Susan E Roberts (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Dryden Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.