DCM Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DCM Foundation is a private foundation in Belle Plaine, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.1 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
58% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 19 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 15 | $9.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 19 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
DCM 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 DCM Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 12 | $830,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $55,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jsaw Action Ministries | Annual giving | $250,000 |
| New Life Family Services | St paul bldg | $250,000 |
| Hope Academy | Spring c-stone, fall corner stone gift | $100,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | General support | $100,000 |
| Jaars | General support | $50,000 |
| MN Adult & Teen Challenge | General support | $50,000 |
| Salvation Army | Yearly giving | $50,000 |
| International Christian Ministries | Great mercy staff | $30,200 |
| Love Inc of Eastern Carver County | One love match, golf event, special gap gift | $30,000 |
| Valley Free Church | Jon just ride | $30,000 |
| American Red Cross | Alaskan floods | $25,000 |
| Equipping the Persecuted | General support | $25,000 |
| Sharing & Caring Hands | Year end gift | $25,000 |
| One Collective | Rachel butterfield | $15,000 |
| Efca | B & j host | $10,000 |
| Animal Ark | General support | $5,000 |
| Furever Home Rescue | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
| Operation Blessing | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| World Movers | Annual donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael McGuire
- Kelly McGuire
- Kristin McGuire
Questions people ask
Does DCM Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DCM Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs DCM Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael McGuire (President), Kelly McGuire (Vice President) and Kristin McGuire (Secretary, VP, Treasurer).
What does DCM Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and animals.