John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation is a private foundation in Livonia, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $562,250 in 73 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $32,000. 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$562,250
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $570,000 the year before.
21% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $570,000 | 63 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $562,250 | 73 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
John D & Jean E Dinan 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 John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 67 | $552,250 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy High School | Education | $32,000 |
| Right to Life | General support | $30,000 |
| Society of the Catholic Apostolate | General support | $25,000 |
| Angels Place | General support | $20,000 |
| Detroit Cristo Rey Hs | General support | $20,000 |
| The Pope Francis Center | General support | $20,000 |
| Univ of Detroit Jesuit Hs | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| The Pajama Program | General support | $16,000 |
| Mi Work Matters | General support | $15,000 |
| SS Peter and Paul Jesuit Church | General support | $15,000 |
| Ladies of Charity of St Vincen | General support | $14,000 |
| Cares of Farmington Hills | General support | $12,500 |
| Cabrini Clinic | General support | $10,000 |
| Farmington Dda | General support | $10,000 |
| Gesu Catholic School | General support | $10,000 |
| Grace Centers of Hope | General support | $10,000 |
| Guidance Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Have Faith in Haiti | General support | $10,000 |
| Holy Redeemer Catholic School | General support | $10,000 |
| Loyola High School | General support | $10,000 |
| St Christine Christian Services | General support | $10,000 |
| St Dominic Outreach | Homeless shelter | $10,000 |
| Starr Commonwealth | General support | $10,000 |
| Vista Maria | Child welfare | $10,000 |
| Better Way Detroit | General support | $8,000 |
| Brilliant Detroit | General support | $8,000 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen | General support | $8,000 |
| Cass Community Social Services | General support | $8,000 |
| Monastery of the Blessed Sacra | General support | $8,000 |
| Song and Spirit Institute of Peace | General support | $8,000 |
| Vets Returning Home | General support | $8,000 |
| Building Beds 4 Kids | General support | $5,000 |
| Childrens Reach Out Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Christ the King Catholic School | General support | $5,000 |
| Commonground Res & Crisis Ctr | General support | $5,000 |
| Covenant Community Care | General support | $5,000 |
| Deo Gratias Detroit | General support | $5,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary | General support | $5,000 |
| Epiphany Elevaton Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Focus Hope | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Denise Dinan-Panico
- Catherine A Dillon
Questions people ask
Does John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation give?
$562,250 in tax year 2024, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Denise Dinan-Panico (Secretary) and Catherine A Dillon (Treasurer).
What does John D & Jean E Dinan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.