The Dierberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dierberg Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.9 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
19% 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 | $312,500 | 14 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 17 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.9 million | 19 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
The Dierberg 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 Dierberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 13 | $2.8 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $12,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,150 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dierberg Educational Foundation | ExpenditureResponsibilityGrant | $2.5 million |
| Today and Tommorrow Foundation | General Support | $180,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General Support | $25,000 |
| Dynamic Catholic Institute | General Support | $25,000 |
| Word on Fire Catholic | General Support | $20,000 |
| Archdiocese of St Louis | General Support | $15,000 |
| Haiti Health Promise | General Support | $15,000 |
| St Patrick's Center | General Support | $12,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $12,000 |
| Our Lady of Mountains Church | General Support | $12,000 |
| St Louis Zoo | General Support | $10,000 |
| St George Catholic School | General Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $6,000 |
| St Louis Art Museum | General Support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $5,000 |
| Church of the Annuziata | General Support | $5,000 |
| Gasconade County Historical Society | General Support | $4,000 |
| Order of Malta | General Support | $2,150 |
| Old Mission Santa Ines Church | General Support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Dierberg
- Mary Dierberg
Questions people ask
Does The Dierberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dierberg Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The Dierberg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Dierberg (Trustee) and Mary Dierberg (Trustee).
What does The Dierberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.