DV Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DV Foundation is a private foundation in St Paul, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $454,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 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$454,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $402,166 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $190,000 | 7 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $402,166 | 11 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $454,000 | 8 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
DV 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 DV Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $353,000 |
| New York | 2 | $51,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | General use of charity | $250,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Action Fund | General use of charity | $50,000 |
| Trustees of Columbia University | General use of charity | $50,000 |
| Breck School | General use of charity | $50,000 |
| Northern Star Scouting | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Friends of Saint Paul College Foundation | General use of charity | $20,000 |
| Charles Wittwer Wheelchair | General use of charity | $8,000 |
| Misty Copeland Foundation | General use of charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vance Opperman
- Darin Opperman
- Charles Thell
Questions people ask
Does DV Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DV Foundation give?
$454,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs DV Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vance Opperman (Trustee), Darin Opperman (Trustee) and Charles Thell (Trustee).
What does DV Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.